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Town Secures North American Wetlands Conservation Act Grant to Restore Tern Nesting Habitat

Farmingville, NY – On March 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico announced that the Town of Brookhaven has secured a $26,607 North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) Grant to help restore the tern nesting habitat o...

Town Will Not Pursue Ashfill Due to High Construction Costs

Farmingville, NY – Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Board today announced that the Town will not pursue construction of a regional municipal ashfill or an ash recycling facility after projected costs associated w...

Councilman LaValle Celebrates Grand Opening of LiDL Food Market in Selden

Farmingville, NY – On February 24, Councilman Kevin LaValle was on hand to celebrate the grand opening of the new LiDL food market in the Selden Plaza shopping center located at 211 Middle Country Road in Selden. The new store is the fo...

Women’s Services and Dress for Success Brookhaven Expand Online Services

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Division of Women’s Services and Dress for Success Brookhaven are moving forward with innovative ways to ensure our clients’ needs are being met without disruption. During these unprec...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Response to 2021 Coat Drive

Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the 2021 Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected 1,006 coats and several pairs of winter gloves, hats and scarves. The items, generously donated by residents, have been distributed to several ...

Brookhaven Ash Fill Exploratory Report

The Town of Brookhaven (TOB) is Long Island's largest Town by area and the second largest by population with a 2020 community estimated at 500,000 people. The TOB does not manage solid waste in any of its eight villages but does manage the reside...

Supervisor Romaine and LI Housing Partnership Announce Covid-19 Rental and Mortgage Arrears Program

Farmingville, NY - On February 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP) President and CEO, Peter J. Elkowitz, announced the Town’s participation in COVID-19 Rental and Mortgage Arrears Program. The program wa...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Residents to Take Precautions During Thursday Snowstorm

Farmingville, NY - Due to the impending snowstorm, which is expected to produce 4-8 inches of snow on Thursday, Supervisor Ed Romaine is urging residents to take the following precautions. Vehicles that are parked in the street should be moved of...

Councilman Loguercio Presents Compost Tumbler to “Arbor Day” Contest Winner from Council District 4

Farmingville, NY - On February 11, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left) presented a compost tumbler to Alyssa Ganut (right) from Middle Island, the winner of the Town of Brookhaven’s “Arbor Day Compost Tumbler Givea...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces Completion of Mount Sinai Harbor Reconstruction and Dredging Project

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Jane Bonner has announced that the dredging of Mount Sinai Harbor has been completed. It is the final phase of the Mount Sinai Harbor jetty reconstruction and dredging project which was started in May 2020. The Cou...

Supervisor Romaine Announces 2021 Recycling Events

All 12 events include paper shredding, e-waste and prescription drug take backs

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced 12 community recycling events sponsored by the Town that include paper shredding, e-waste disposal and a supervi...

Town Demolishes Two Abandoned Buildings on Montauk Highway in North Bellport

Farmingville, NY - On February 9, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured) was at 1465 Montauk Highway in North Bellport for the demolition of two abandoned and boarded up buildings that had become dilapidated after many years of neglect by the ow...

“Your Hour, Their Power” Campaign for National Women’s History Month March 2021

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and the members of the Town Council today announced the new “Your Hour, Her Power” campaign by Dress for Success Brookhaven. Now in its 22nd year, Dress for Success Brookhaven was found...

Division of Women’s Services and Dress for Success Brookhaven Continue Online Services

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Town Division of Women’s Services and Dress for Success Brookhaven continue to provide virtual professional development tools to help support and strengthen our clients’ needs during the COVID...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Free Seminar for Prospective College Students

Farmingville, NY - On March 30, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau and Suffolk Community College will host a free and virtual seminar for parents and students who are interested in enrolling in college. Please visit the Town website to learn more about ...

Town Fire Marshals Respond to Hazardous Materials Incident on Sunrise Highway During Sunday’s Snow

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday February 7, the Eastport Fire Department and Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals responded to a report of an overturned truck on Sunrise Highway (NYS Route 27) between Eastport-Manor Road and Moriches-Riverhead Road.Upon ar...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Residents to Take Precautions During Sunday Snowstorm

Farmingville, NY - Due to the impending snowstorm, which is expected to produce 5-9 inches of snow on Sunday, February 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine is urging residents to take the following precautions. Vehicles that are parked in the street should b...

Town Clerk Donna Lent Presents Compost Tumbler to “Arbor Day” Contest Winner from Council District

Farmingville, NY - On January 29, Town Clerk Donna Lent (second from right) presented a compost tumbler to Catherine Duffy (right) from Stony Brook, the winner of the Town of Brookhaven’s “Arbor Day Compost Tumbler Giveaway&am...

Town Urges Residents to Take “Common Sense” Precautions to Stay Safe During Impending Snowstorm

Farmingville, NY - Due to the impending snowstorm, Supervisor Ed Romaine has issued a State of Emergency in the Town of Brookhaven effective 10:00 pm today, Sunday 1/31 until 10:00 pm on Tuesday 2/2. Vehicles that are parked in the street should be moved ...

Councilwoman Bonner Welcomes Philly Pretzel Factory to Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY - On January 21, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was on hand for the grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony of the Philly Pretzel Factory, located in the Kohl’s Shopping Center, 346 Route 25A Suite 92 in Rocky Point. Nick Grill...

Superintendent Losquadro Announces Scholarship Opportunity for Graduating Seniors

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro invites high school seniors residing within Brookhaven Town to apply for one of two $500 Highway Superintendent’s Association scholarships. Applicants should submi...

Brookhaven Highway Department’s Streetlight Conversion Program Reduces Town’s Electricity Bill by Ne

Brookhaven, NY –  The Brookhaven Highway Department’s Division of Streetlighting has completed Phase I of the energy-efficient street light conversion program – replacing all low-pressure sodium (LPS) and high-pressu...

Superintendent Losquadro to Reveal Holtsville Hal’s Famous Prediction in Virtual Groundhog Day Cere

Coram, NY – Six more weeks of winter or an early spring? On Tuesday, Feb. 2, Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro will announce Holtsville Hal’s famous forecast in a virtual ceremony to stream live on Facebook.According to tradition, if a groundhog...

New York State Launches App to Determine COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

Farmingville, NY - Phase 1A of the COVID-19 vaccination distribution is currently underway in New York State. Residents may access the “Am I Eligible?” app at https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ to determine wh...

Councilman Foley Presents Compost Tumbler to “Arbor Day” Contest Winner from Council District 5

Farmingville, NY - On January 8, Councilman Neil Foley (left) presented a compost tumbler to Tommy Lawlor (center) from Patchogue, the winner of the Town of Brookhaven’s “Arbor Day Compost Tumbler Giveaway” in Counci...

Councilwoman Bonner Presents Compost Tumbler to “Arbor Day” Contest Winner from Council District 2

Farmingville, NY - On January 5, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) presented a compost tumbler to Christopher Callahan (center) from Sound Beach, the winner of the Town of Brookhaven’s “Arbor Day Compost Tumbler Giveaway&rdq...

Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Dan Panico Congratulate Moriches Elementary School Gym Teacher

Farmingville, NY - On Wednesday, January 6th, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Dan Panico (second from right) congratulated William Floyd School District physical education teacher Ed Noll (third from right) for being named...

New York State Launches App to Determine COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

Farmingville, NY - Phase 1A of the COVID-19 vaccination distribution is currently underway in New York State. Residents may access the “Am I Eligible?” app at https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ to determine wh...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Toy Drive Helps 1,181 Families in Need Have a Happy Holiday

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE program’s 2020 Holiday Toy Drive provided toys for 1,181 families in need, including 6,337 children. More than 72 businesses and c...

Resolution Allowing Automatic Renewal of Senior/Disability Low Income Property Tax Exemptions

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Board today announced that residents who have existing Senior/Disability Low Income property tax exemptions will be automatically renewed and will not have to reapply in ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Celebrate Flushing Bank Ribbon Cutting in Shirley

Farmingville, NY - On December 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine (6th from right) and Councilman Dan Panico (5th from right) were on hand to celebrate the grand opening ribbon cutting at the new Flushing Bank branch at 1044 William Floyd Parkway in Shirl...

Town Awarded Long Island Sound Study Grant for Coastal Environmental Education Program

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that the Town of Brookhaven has been awarded a 2020 Long Island Sound Futures Fund (www.longislandsoundstudy.net) matching grant to fund the Town’s Coastal Environment and Communi...

Dress for Success Brookhaven Accepts Pajama Donation for Women in Local Homeless Shelters

Farmingville, NY - On December 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) announced that more than 100 women’s pajama sets were donated by Victoria’s Secret corporate to Dress for Success Brookhaven. The pajamas will be distributed to w...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Baldwin Road in Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY - On December 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) was on hand to watch the demolition of a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 14 Baldwin Road in Sound Beach. The long-abandoned house was the source of resi...

Town Fire Marshal’s Hazardous Material Response Team Cleans Up Residential Mercury Spill

Farmingville, NY - At 7:07 am on December 14, the Stony Brook Fire Department (SBFD) was alerted about a hazardous material spill at a home on Whitford Road in Stony Brook. Upon arrival of the SBFD, it was reported by the homeowner that he accide...

Town Urges Residents to Take “Common Sense” Precautions to Stay Safe During Winter Weather Event

Farmingville, NY - The current weather forecast indicates the possibility of significant snowfall, possibly mixed with sleet, across Brookhaven Town on Wednesday, December 16 and Thursday, December 17. The Town urges residents to take these &...

Panico Thanks William Floyd United Teachers Association for Their Donation of a “Little Library"

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico, (left), thanked members of the William Floyd United Teachers Association for their generous donation of a “Little Library” that was installed recently by the Town&r...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates the Holiday Season at Port Jefferson Station Terryville Event

Farmingville, NY - On December 5, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright joined revelers young and old at the Port Jefferson Station-Terryville (PJST) Train Car on the corner of Route 347 and Route 112 to celebrate the holiday season. The event was ho...

Supervisor Romaine Celebrates Grand Opening of Teachers Federal Credit Union Branch in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY - On December 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine joined executives and board members from Teachers Federal Credit Union (Teachers) to celebrate the grand opening of their latest branch located at 1113 North Country Road in Stony Brook. The...

Councilman LaValle and SCPD Host Operation Medicine Cabinet and Mobile Office Hours Event

Farmingville, NY - On December 3, Councilman Kevin LaValle and the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) Sixth Precinct hosted “Operation Medicine Cabinet and Mobile Office Hours” at the Sachem Public Library in Holbrook. Mo...

Receiver of Taxes, Marcoccia Announces Convenient and COVID-Safe In-Person Tax Payment Option

Farmingville, NY - Town of Brookhaven Receiver of Taxes, Louis J. Marcoccia has announced changes in the way that residents can pay their taxes in-person at Town Hall. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Town Hall is closed to the public, but every dep...

Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal’s Quick Action Helps to Save Life of Opioid Overdose Victim

Farmingville, NY - On the evening of December 2, Town of Brookhaven Fire Marshal, Michael Seymour, monitored a police radio report of a 26-year-old male who was not breathing and unconscious from a possible opioid overdose. Upon arrival at the sc...

Town Youth Bureau INTERFACE Food Drive Helps 965 Families in Need with Thanksgiving Day Meals

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Youth Bureau INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive provided holiday meals for 965 families, feeding a total of 4,342 people. The Youth Bureau INTERF...

Brookhaven Issues RFP to Select Natural Gas Supplier for CCA

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine announced that the Town has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a natural gas supplier for the Town’s Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program. Brookhaven is the first municipal...

JVC Broadcasting to Partner with Brookhaven Town to Hold Outdoor Toy Drive at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On Friday, December 11, all five JVC Broadcasting Radio Stations will broadcast from the Brookhaven Town Hall south parking lot from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular on-air ...

Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Announces Completion of $800,000, 10-Road Paving Project in Coram

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a 10-road paving project in Coram.Prior to the resurfacing of the roadways, crews installed approximate...

Brookhaven Announces Program for Expanded Restaurant Cold Weather Dining Options During COVID

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine ant the Town board recently announced a program that allows restaurants with limited seating capacity due to COVID restrictions to stay open by utilizing vacant space within shopping centers to be used for...

Town and County Complete Open Space Acquisition of 15 Acres Near Mt. Sinai Harbor

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker to announce the purchase of 15 acres of land that complete the acquisition of 59.3 acres to be preserved as open space in Mt. Sinai...

Town’s 11th Annual “Polar Plunge” Raises More Than $105,000 to Benefit Special Olympics NY

Farmingville, NY - On November 21, the Town of Brookhaven and Special Olympics New York hosted the 11th annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many s...

Councilman Loguercio Hosts E-Waste Recycling, Paper Shredding and Drug Take Back Event in Bellport

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) hosted a recycling event at the South Country Library in Bellport. It was co-sponsored by the Town of Brookhaven’s Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Manage...

Dress for Success Brookhaven #Giving Tuesday Campaign

Farmingville, NY - On December 1, people around the world are being asked to show their generosity and support for not-for-profit organizations and charities of their choice. This year, Dress for Success Brookhaven, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organ...

Supervisor Romaine Joins Red Knights Motorcycle Club during “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, November 22, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) was at Brookhaven Town Hall to thank the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for their co-sponsorship of the “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run. Th...

Councilman Loguercio Salutes Szuster Farms on their 100th Anniversary in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY - On November 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio (back row, fourth from left) visited Szuster Farms in Yaphank to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the family-owned and operated business. The farm was established in 1920 by Polish...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Mount Sinai Historical Society and Port Jefferson Ferry for Sponsoring

Farmingville, NY - On November 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited the historic Daniel Hawkins House in Miller Place to support a food drive held by the Miller Place Mount Sinai Historical Society (MPMSHS) and Port Jefferson Ferry. The drive wil...

Town of Brookhaven Accepts 25,000,000 Pounds of Recyclable Material in 2020

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that the Brookhaven Material Recovery Facility in Yaphank has accepted more than 25 million pounds of material for recycling since the facility reopened in May 2020. At appr...

Town of Brookhaven and United Way Partner to Launch “Safe at Home for Seniors”

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) met with United Way of Long Island Community Impact Program Director, Trish Rivers (left), and Family Service League President and CEO, Karen Boorshtein (right), to promo...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY - With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual food drive to support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program. This year’s two-day ...

Town to Co-Sponsor Red Knights Motorcycle Club NY Chapter 26 “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, November 22 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE program will host the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run. This year,...

Councilwoman Bonner Hosts E-Waste, Residential Paper Shredding and Prescription Drug Take Back

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted an E-Waste Drive, Residential Paper Shredding and “Shed the Meds” Prescription Drug Take Back event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mt. Sinai. This event was ...

Personalized Video Messages from Santa Available this Holiday Season

Coram, NY – Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro is announcing the sale of personalized video messages from Santa, in lieu of the annual Holiday Light Spectacular featuring in-person visits with Santa at the Holtsville Ecology Sit...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Covanta for PPE Donation to Wading River and Ridge Fire Departments

Farmingville, NY - On November 2, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (fourth from left) met with members of the Wading River and Ridge Fire Departments to thank Covanta Environmental Solutions for their generous donations of PPE to the departments during t...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates “Domenica alle Due” Italian Bistro and Pizzeria Grand Opening

Farmingville, NY - On October 29, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) celebrated the grand opening of the new “Domenica alle Due” Italian Bistro and Pizzeria located 257 Echo Avenue in Sound Beach. This new restaurant features a l...

Councilman LaValle Thanks Macy’s Smith Haven Mall for Donation of 1800 Prom Dresses

Farmingville, NY - In the spring of 2021, high school students will be preparing for the prom, and although it will be different because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a beautiful gown is still a necessity. On October 27, Councilman Kevin LaValle (lef...

Women’s Services Division Dress for Success Career EDGE Program Salutes Fall 2020 Graduates

Farmingville, NY - On October 28, Dress for Success Brookhaven held its first “virtual” Career EDGE program for its class of 2020 graduates. Sponsored by the Women’s Services Division, this program is designed to hel...

Councilman Loguercio Joins the Friends of Bellport Bay to Plant 50,000 Oysters

Farmingville, NY - On October 25, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from right in both photos) was joined by the Friends of Bellport Bay at the Bellport Dock to plant 50,000 oysters, thus completing the five-year goal of planting 1 million oyst...

Councilman Loguercio Presents Two New AEDs to the Brookhaven Town Senior Men’s Softball League

Farmingville, NY - October 21, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from right) presented two new Automated External Defibrillators (AED) to the Brookhaven Town Senior Softball League members at the Centereach Parks Administration office during th...

Brookhaven Expands Glass Recycling Program with New Drop Off Location in Center Moriches

Farmingville, NY - As a result of such a positive response to the Town’s glass recycling program, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico have announced that the Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management (RSMM...

Councilwoman Cartright to Co-Sponsor National Prescription Drug Take Back on October 24

Farmingville, NY - On October 24, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright and the Town of Brookhaven Council District 1 Drug Prevention Coalition will co-sponsor a National Prescription Drug Take Back on Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. T...

Loguercio Honors Longwood Teacher and Former Students at Dedication of a Little Free Library

Farmingville, NY - On October 13, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) honored Medford resident and Longwood School District teacher, Grace Evola (third from left) and two of her former students Audrey Miller (second from left) and Andrew Ferriolo...

Town Honors Brookhaven’s Front Line Heroes on National Emergency Nurses Day

Farmingville, NY - On October 14, the Town of Brookhaven honored Emergency Nurses from St. Charles Hospital, Mather Hospital, Long Island Community Hospital and Stony Brook University Hospital who have served on the front lines during the COVID-1...

Wall Street Rating Agencies Moody’s, S&P Give Brookhaven Town Top Rating of Triple-A

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to report that Moody’s Investor Services has re-affirmed the Town of Brookhaven’s Aaa credit rating. In addition, Standard & Poor’s assigned their own rating of...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Raises Awareness for Drug Abuse Prevention in Honor of Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will carry out timely and meaningful initiatives during Red Ribbon Week, which takes place annually from October 23 through October 31. In response to the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena...

Completion of Nearly $1-Million, 37-Road Paving Project in Sound Beach

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a 37-road paving project in a residential Sound Beach neighborhood.Prior to paving, crews inspected dra...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Panico Announce Paving of Eastport Manor Road, Manorville

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Dan Panico have announced the complete resurfacing of Eastport Manor Road from County Road 111 to County Road 51, as well as Chateau Drive, Gordan Str...

Town of Brookhaven to Hold Eleventh Annual Polar Plunge

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 21, the Town of Brookhaven and the Special Olympics of New York will host the 11th Annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. The annual event...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Foley Announce Completion of Paving Projects in Patchogue

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of two paving projects in Patchogue and East Patchogue. The first project included the resurfacing of Barton Avenue, Fi...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilwoman Bonner Announce Completion of $3.4-Million North Country Road

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of three separate capital improvement projects, totaling more than $3.425 million on North Country Road fr...

Councilwoman Bonner and Town Co-Sponsor Turn the Tide on Trash Event at Cedar Beach

Farmingville, NY - On October 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) joined the Houck family (Paige, Joseph, Kate and Joe) and more than 70 residents during the “Turn the Tide on Trash” event at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. Sponsor...

Town to Offer Residents Free Mulch Starting October 8

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven will offer residents free Premium Double Grind Mulch at five locations starting on Thursday, October 8. The mulch is from the many tons of vegetative material collected by the town in the aftermath of Tro...

Brookhaven Town to Present Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Video on October 15

Farmingville, NY - On October 15, Supervisor Edward P. Romaine, the Brookhaven Town Board and Hispanic Advisory Board will honor Hispanic residents who have served our community during the COVID-19 pandemic with the Sixth Annual “Virtua...

Town Partners with Suffolk County to Acquire Eight Acre Property in East Moriches for Open Space

Farmingville, NY - On October 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico announced that the Town of Brookhaven and Suffolk County have partnered to preserve an ecologically significant property in East Moriches (see above outlined in red)...

Councilwoman Bonner Promotes Donor Day in New York State on October 8

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) and fellow organ donors Brookhaven Town Historian Barbara Russell (left) and Town Chief of Staff Emily Pines (right) joined to help spread the word that October 8 is Donor Day in New ...

Supervisor Romaine Submits 2021 Tentative Budget

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine today submitted his 2021 Tentative Budget, which stays within the Tax Cap despite significant revenue loss and spending increases due to the COVID pandemic. All major tax districts within the bu...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks ConnieAnne Bayer for Donating Back to School Supplies for Children

Farmingville, NY - On September 24, Councilwoman Jane Bonner welcomed ConnieAnne Bayer, founder of Wine/Treat/Surprise Fairies of Long Island Facebook group to Town Hall to thank her for collecting school supplies for families in need. Her organi...

Town Demolishes Vacant House on Washington Drive in Mastic Beach for Open Space Preservation

Farmingville, NY - On September 21, Councilman Dan Panico (left) and County Legislator Rudy Sunderman (right) were on-hand for the demolition of a vacant house located at 216 Washington Drive in Mastic Beach. The property, which is located within...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Foley Announce $570,000 Resurfacing of Ronkonkoma Avenue

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the resurfacing of Ronkonkoma Avenue from Portion Road to the North Service Road of the Long Island Expressway, as well as a po...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Panico Announce Paving of South Street in Manorville

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Dan Panico have announced the complete resurfacing of South Street from Weeks Avenue to Wading River Road, as well as Rosewood Lane in Manorville.This pa...

Brookhaven Town’s Holtsville Ecology Site and Animal Preserve Re-Opens to the Public

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro has announced that the Holtsville Ecology Site and Animal Preserve will re-open to the public on Monday, Sept. 28.Brookhaven residents are required to make free, onl...

Supervisor Romaine Amends Town of Brookhaven COVID-19 State of Emergency

Farmingville, NY - On September 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine amended the Town of Brookhaven Declaration of State of Emergency, originally issued on June 20, 2020 to help prevent the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The amendments to the order are...

Town Changes Location Upcoming Paper Shredding, E-Waste and Prescription Drug Take Back Event

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven has changed the location of the upcoming recycling event in Council District 6 that includes paper shredding, e-waste disposal and the prescription drug take back program. The event will be held at the Ce...

Town Board Honors Staff During International Housekeeper’s Week

Farmingville, NY - On September 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Board presented Certificates of Appreciation to the Town’s housekeeping staff in recognition of International Housekeeper’s Week. Held every yea...

Town-owned Mary E. Bell House Recommended for Nomination to be Listed on State and National Register

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico have announced that the Town-owned Mary E. Bell House was nominated to be listed on the State and National Registers of Historical Places. Currently a museum, the two-story house ...

Town Demolishes Vacant House on Dahlia Drive in Mastic Beach for Open Space Preservation

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilman Dan Panico (left) and County Legislator Rudy Sunderman (right) were on-hand for the demolition of a vacant house located at 65 Dahlia Drive in Mastic Beach. The property, which is located within the Mastic/...

Romaine, Loguercio Announce Preservation of 9.9 Acre Parcel Near Pine Lake in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio today announced the acquisition of a 9.9-acre parcel for open space across from Pine Lake in Middle Island. The wooded property, located on Church Lane, is in th...

Statement by Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio

“On September 14, 2020 the Brookhaven Town Planning Board will consider an application for Yaphank Auto Storage Facility, which would allow for the storage of vehicles on 35.67 acres north of Horseblock Road in Yaphank. While the Planning Board ...

Town Honors Victims and First Responders at 9/11 Memorial Service at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On September 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine led a memorial service to honor all the people who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and at Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The ceremony, whi...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Council Volunteer to Help Distribute Food at Long Island Cares

Farmingville, NY - On September 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board volunteered their services at the Long Island Cares, Inc. Harry Chapin Food Bank’s new, COVID-19 distribution facility in Hauppauge. The facility is one of 19 t...

Brookhaven Highway Department Offers Free Child Safety Seat Check On National Seat Check

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro is hosting a free child safety seat check on National Seat Check Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Setauket Fire Department, Station 2, 9 Arrowhe...

Town Changes Locations and Times for Paper Shredding, E-Waste and Prescription Drug Take Back Events

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven has changed the locations of two upcoming recycling events in Council District 1 and Council District 5 that include paper shredding, e-waste disposal and the prescription drug take back program. These ev...

Town of Brookhaven Lifeguards Perform Daring Osprey Rescue at West Meadow Beach

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Town of Brookhaven lifeguards stationed at West Meadow Beach spotted a large bird in the water that appeared to be in in distress. As the lifeguards approached, they realized the bird was not a waterfowl, as originall...

Sixth Annual “Run the Farm Four Mile Challenge” to Benefit Bethel Hobbs Community Farm

Virtual event will be held Saturday, September 5 through Sunday, September 13

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilman Kevin LaValle, has announced that he will co-sponsor the Sixth Annual “Run the Farm Four Mile Challenge&rdquo...

Town Closes Down and Cleans Up Illegal Yard Sale and Scrap Yard Operation in Mastic

Farmingville, NY - On August 27, the Town of Brookhaven Law Department acted to enforce a New York State Supreme Court order and removed an illegal “yard sale” and scrap yard operation located at 1600 Montauk Highway in Mastic...

2020 Down Payment Assistance Program for First-Time Home Buyers

Farmingville, NY - On Monday, August 31, Supervisor Ed Romaine, members of the Town Council, the Department of Housing and Human Services and the Long Island Housing Partnership announced the 2020 Town of Brookhaven’s Down Payment Assis...

Town Board Condemns Display of Confederate Flag on Local Fire Department Truck

Farmingville, NY - “This afternoon, the Brookhaven Town Board was made aware of the display of a Confederate flag on a fire truck belonging to a local fire department. The Town Board condemns the display of this symbol of racism and hat...

Brookhaven Town Provides Baymen with 50,000 Seed Clams for Bellport Bay

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town recently provided the Brookhaven Baymen’s Association with 50,000 seed clams for planting in Bellport Bay. Brookhaven Town operates one of Long Island’s largest municipal shellfish hatcheries...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Presents: Straight Outta Quaran-Teen

Farmingville, NY - With the COVID-19 pandemic posing new challenges as students return to school, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau is holding its Straight Outta Quaran-Teen Episodes for youth ages 12-16 years old. The virtual discussions will ...

Councilwoman Bonner Serves as Witness to Guinness World Record Attempt

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, August 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was at Heritage Park in Mt. Sinai to serve as a witness to Rocky Point resident Cory Macellaro’s attempt to beat the Guinness World Record for the most alternating one-...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provides COVID-19 Related Counseling Services

Farmingville, NY - The COVID-19 Pandemic poses new challenges to all students as they return to school this fall. With the many new plans in place, fear and anxiety can be overwhelming and lead to strong emotion. Youth are often unable to identif...

Councilman Dan Panico Announces Snapper Derby At Union Dock in Center Moriches

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico are pleased to announce that the Town of Brookhaven, in partnership with the Montauk Surfcasters Association, will host the first Annual Keith Romaine Memorial Snapper ...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman LaValle Announce Paving of Eastwood Blvd and Surrounding Roads

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Kevin LaValle have announced the resurfacing of Eastwood Boulevard, as well as a portion of Hawkins Road and several surrounding roadways in Centereac...

Dress for Success Brookhaven Moving Women Forward Through COVID-19 Expands Online Services

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Division of Women’s Services and Dress for Success Brookhaven are moving forward in innovative ways to ensure our clients’ needs are being met without disruption. We have mobilized qui...

Statement by Brookhaven Supervisor Romaine and Highway Superintendent Losquadro Regarding PSEG

Farmingville, NY - Like many of our residents, we are disappointed and frustrated with the response by PSEG to Tropical Storm Isaias and the systemic failure of the utility’s communications system.While the quantity of outages is lower ...

Brookhaven to Conduct One-Time Collection of Storm Debris

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro and members of the Town Board announced today that the Town will conduct a one-time only bulk collection of storm debris beginning Monday, August 10. A...

Supervisor Romaine Presents Certificate to Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand During Eighth Event

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Maddie and Joseph Mastriano during their Eighth Annual Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand fundraiser at Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School in Ston...

Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau Launches Annual INTERFACE Back to School Drive

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Drive has begun and will run through Friday, August 28. Last year, the INTERFACE Program collected enough supplies to help more than 1,300 children in nee...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman LaValle Announce Completion of Two Selden Paving Projects

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Kevin LaValle have announced the completion of two major paving projects in the Centereach/Selden area totaling $1.7 million. Heavily-traveled Boyle R...

Brookhaven Restricts Activity at Ocean Beaches Due to Rough Surf Conditions

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town has implemented red flags at the Town’s three ocean beaches, prohibiting swimming at Davis Park, Ho Hum Beach and Great Gun and access to the water will be restricted to water below the knees. Water co...

Brookhaven Bay Constables Charge Restaurant Employees with Poaching Oysters from Uncertified Waters

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner today announced that Town Bay Constables have issued summonses against a group of people who were illegally harvesting oysters from Mt. Sinai Harbor. Bay Constables ...

Brookhaven Town Completes Installation of New Fence at Historic Cemetery in Patchogue

Farmingville, NY - On July 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley were in Patchogue Village to mark the completion of a new fence at the historic cemetery located along Waverly Avenue. The Town took the lead in funding the purchase a...

Brookhaven Town Extends Hours at Beaches During Expected Heat Wave

Farmingville, NY - In response to the high temperatures expected on Monday (7/27) and Tuesday (7/28), Brookhaven Town has extended the hours at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai, West Meadow Beach in Stony Brook and Corey Beach in Blue Point. Lifeguards w...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Foley Announce Resurfacing of 16 Roadways in Holbrook

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of a 16-road paving project in a residential neighborhood in Holbrook.During this project, 76,300 square yard...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Congratulate “Save the Sound” Photo Contest Winner

Farmingville, NY - On July 21, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) met with Colleen Kelly at Town Hall (center), to congratulate her for winning First Prize in the Connecticut Fund for the Environment’s &am...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces Overwhelming Success of “Go Green” Event in Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner held a “Go Green” event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai that included an E-Waste Drive, Pharmaceutical Drug Take Back and Paper Shredding. The event was ...

Drug Testing Kits Are Available Through Town’s Youth Bureau

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Edward P. Romaine would like to remind parents that free drug testing kits are available through the Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville. The Town receives the ...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Panico Announce Paving of Eastport Manor Road, Manorville

Manorville, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Dan Panico have announced the complete resurfacing of Eastport Manor Road from Ryerson Avenue to County Road 111, as well as Lane Road and Scudde...

Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico Thank Scouts for Outstanding Community Service

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Dan Panico, (third from left) recently met at Sedgemere Bridge in Center Moriches, where they personally thanked members of Boy Scout Troop 23 for cleaning graffiti f...

Brookhaven Town Extends Hours at Beaches During Expected Weekend Heat Wave

Farmingville, NY - In response to the high temperatures expected on Saturday (7/18) and Sunday (7/19), Brookhaven Town has extended the hours at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai, West Meadow Beach in Stony Brook, Corey Beach in Blue Point and Shoreham Be...

Paving of Lower Rocky Point Road, Hagerman Landing Road

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the complete resurfacing of Lower Rocky Point Road from Woodhull Landing Road to Rocky Point Landing Road, as well as Hag...

Supervisor Romaine and Focus East Patchogue Celebrate Demolition of Former Used Car Lot

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine (second from left) and members of Focus East Patchogue were on hand for the demolition of a former used car lot at 550 East Main Street in Patchogue. The .28-acre property (right photo outlined i...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Holds Virtual Job Training Program

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is holding a Virtual Job Training Workshops Program for youth ranging from 16 to 21 years of age. The program will run Monday through Friday until August 14. Anyone who is interested in participating...

Losquadro, Bonner and Zeldin Announce the Completion of $1.165-million Stormwater Project

Last of 10 shoreline stabilization projects completed by Brookhaven Highway Department

Rocky Point, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and United States Congressman Lee Zeldin recent...

Losquadro, Loguercio Announce Paving of East and West Bartlett, Granny and Ashton Road

Middle Island, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced the resurfacing of portions of East Bartlett Road, West Bartlett Road, Granny Road and Ashton Road in Middle ...

Romaine, Town Board Join Congressman Zeldin In Delivering 10,000 Face Masks to Chambers of Commerce

Farmingville, NY -  On July 9, Congressman Lee Zeldin (center) visited Brookhaven Town Hall to deliver 10,000 face masks to the Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition. The face masks will be distributed to their local membership for use by emp...

Everybody in the Pool! Town to Open Holtsville Pool Starting Monday, July 13

Residents only, online registration and pre-payment available

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven has announced that the Holtsville Pool will open for the season on Monday, July 13 for residents only. The Centereach Pool and Mastic Aquatic C...

Town Honors David’s Shoe Emporium Owner David Zegel

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley stopped by David’s Shoe Emporium in Patchogue Village to recognize the owner, David Zegel, as he gets ready to close the Main Street store after 73 years in bu...

Town Upgrades Mt. Sinai Harbor Shellfish Facility

Farmingville, NY - Recently, the Town of Brookhaven completed significant upgrades to the Mount Sinai Harbor Shellfish Facility with funding provided by the NYS DEC and Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Shellfish Expansion Program. Directed by Ba...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman LaValle Announce Paving of Arlington Road, Ronkonkoma

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Kevin LaValle have announced the complete resurfacing of Arlington Road from Smith Road to Sycamore Avenue in Ronkonkoma.This paving project included ...

Sup.Losquadro, Councilman Panico Announce Completion of $1-Million Paving Projects in E. Moriches

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Dan Panico have announced the completion of two paving projects in East Moriches.The first project involved concrete restoration, milling and paving o...

Brookhaven Officials Join Emergency Services and Civics in Declaring Section of Rt 25 Unsafe

Farmingville, NY - On June 25, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (2nd from left), Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (third from left) were joined by NYS Assemblymen Anthony Palumbo (right) and Joseph DeStefano (...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman LaValle Announce Completion of $1.8-Million Paving Project in

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Kevin LaValle have announced the completion of a 20-road paving project in a residential Selden and Port Jefferson Station neighborhood.Prior to pavin...

Solar Array Installation Moving Forward on the Roof at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Council were on the roof of Brookhaven Town Hall to assess the progress of the solar array installation project. Upon completion, the Town Hall rooftop will include more t...

Location Change for June 20th Recycling Event in Council District 4

Farmingville, NY - Councilman Michael Loguercio has announced that Council District 4’s paper shredding, e-waste and prescription drug take back recycling event scheduled for June 20 from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm has been moved to a new locati...

Superintendent Losquadro Awards Highway Superintendents Association Scholarships

Farmingville, NY - Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro recently awarded two local seniors with $1,000 Highway Superintendents Association scholarships.The recipients, Thomas Cirrito, a Miller Place High School senior, and Adam Parente, a s...

Town Hall Weekly Farmers Market Hours Expanded New Hours 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the hours for the weekly Farmers Market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville have been expanded and will begin earlier, at 12:00 noon and run until 5:00 pm. The original hours were 2:...

Councilwoman Cartright Visits “A Wishful Gesture” in Set. to Support Black Lives and National Unity

Farmingville, NY - On the evening of June 7, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright and her daughter Noelle (pictured at left) showed their support by visiting “A Wishful Gesture,” a peaceful installation of the Three Village Communit...

The Dream of Homeownership Becomes Reality in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - The dream of homeownership has become a reality in Mastic Beach. The Town of Brookhaven partnered with the New York State Attorney General’s Office, the Suffolk County Landbank Corporation and the Long Island Housing ...

Town Demolishes Vacant House in Yaphank for Open Space Preservation

Farmingville, NY - On June 2, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from right) was at 259 Mill Road in Yaphank for the demolition of a vacant house and outbuilding that the Town purchased for open space preservation on May 1, 2020. The house, loca...

Brookhaven Accepting Business Outdoor Accommodation Applications to Begin Restarting Local Economy

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and the members of the Town Board today announced that the Town is accepting applications for COVID-19 Social Distancing Accommodations to assist businesses and houses of worship to expand ...

Brookhaven Officials, Business Leaders Call for “Reopening Equity” for Local Retail Stores

Farmingville, NY - On May 28, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and all six members of the Town Council were joined by Bellport Mayor Ray Fell and local business owners to call for the reopening of all Long Island businesses and apply equal r...

Property Tax Payment Period Extended Until June 21

Farmingville, NY - After strong lobbying from the Brookhaven Town Board, Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an Executive Order enacting an extension for the payment of property taxes, without penalty or fines, for residents living in Suffolk County...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Caution as Migrating Turtles Cross Trustees Road at West Meadow Beach

Farmingville, NY -The Diamondback Terrapin Turtle (pictured) is a signature species at the Town’s West Meadow Beach and Creek in Setauket. This marvelous creature has many adaptations that enable it to thrive in the varying conditions of the sal...

Town of Brookhaven Protects Nesting Waterbirds on West Inlet Island in Moriches Bay

Farmingville, NY - Recently, staff from the Town of Brookhaven Division of Environmental Protection visited West Inlet Island in Moriches Bay to post signs alerting the public to its fragile nature and noting that it is illegal to disturb the nes...

Brookhaven to Open Beaches to Residents Only for Memorial Day Weekend

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town will open major beaches for Memorial Day weekend. Access to the beaches will be limited to Town residents only, with parking reduced by 50% to ensure social distancing at these facilities. Beaches that will be o...

Town of Brookhaven and LI Farm Bureau to Open Weekly Farmers Market at Town Hall Starting June 4

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the weekly Farmers Market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville will be open every Thursday from June 4 through the month of October. The market will be held outside on the lawn direct...

Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Donates $1,000 to Island Harvest

Coram, NY – In his capacity as President of the Suffolk County Highway Superintendents Association, Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro put forward a resolution that passed unanimously to allocate$5,000 to be distrib...

Safety Protocols in Place for Brookhaven Town Paper Shredding, E-Waste Events

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico have announced that the Town will resume community paper shredding and e-waste recycling events beginning on Saturday, May 30 at the Center Moriches Public Library. In ...

Town Rec. of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia Asks Suffolk County to Decide Property Tax Payment Extension

Farmingville, NY - Because of the high unemployment rate due to the COVID-19 virus, Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia called on Suffolk County to “get off the fence and make a ‘YES or NO’ decision&...

Brookhaven Town’s Senior Division Delivers More Than 9100 Additional Meals During COVID-19 Pandemic

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Town of Brookhaven has delivered more than 9100 nutritious meals to senior citizen residents through its enhanced Senior Nutrition Program. This is an addition to the S...

Women’s Services, Expand Social Media and Online Services during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Town Division of Women’s Services and Dress for Success Brookhaven are providing professional development tools on the Town’s website, Facebook, and Instagram to assist clients during the COVI...

Brookhaven Offers Parking Ticket Amnesty Program

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board today announced that the Town of Brookhaven will be offering an amnesty program for unpaid parking tickets from May 15 to June 30, 2020. The Brookhaven Parking Violations Bur...

Contact Tracing Employment Opportunity, Video Contest and New York State Enforcement Hotline

Farmingville, NY - Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that New York State is accepting applications for Contact Tracers to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus. This program will help control the infection rate and will be executed in coordin...

Town of Brookhaven to Reopen Marinas

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven has announced that five Town-owned marinas will re-open on Saturday, May 9. All town-owned marinas were closed in April in accordance with a New York State Executive Order set in place to help stop the s...

All 13 Long Island Town Supervisors Announce Coordination of Summer “Re-Opening”

Farmingville, NY -  The Suffolk County Supervisors Association, led by Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, announced a joint planning effort with the three Nassau County Town Supervisors to explore areas of possible coordination of summer prog...

Town of Brookhaven Assessor Announces Modifications to Tax Grievance Procedures

Farmingville, NY -  In response to the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, the Town of Brookhaven office of the Assessor has announced a modification to the Tax Grievance procedure. Since Town Hall is closed to the public, the tentative asses...

Town of Brookhaven to Reopen Three Waterfront Areas for Passive Self Exercise

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town will open three waterfront areas for passive self-exercise beginning Saturday, May 2. This will allow our residents to enjoy these facilities, get outdoors and exercise in the fresh air while protecting themsel...

2020 Census Digital Action Weekend May 1-3

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, the 2020 Census reached an important milestone of nearly 80 million responses, which equals more than half of the households in the United States. The ultimate goal is to count everyone accurately while supporting th...

Councilman LaValle and Councilman Loguercio Deliver 6000 Grocery Bags to Lighthouse Mission

Farmingville, NY -  On April 23, Councilman Kevin LaValle (left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) were at Lighthouse Mission in Bellport to deliver 6,000 grocery bags donated by Charles Gallagher, owner/operator of ShopRite Supermarkets i...

Brookhaven Launches Drive-Thru Tax Collection Operations on Monday, April 27

Farmingville, NY -  In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Town of Brookhaven Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia has announced that Alternate Tax Collection Operations will begin on Monday, April 27 and run until June 1 (senior citizens with Enhanc...

Animal Shelter Seeking More Fosters/Adopters for Medium to Large Mixed Breed Dogs

Farmingville, NY -  During this time of need, the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for fosters/adopters for medium to large mixed breed dogs. The recent success of the fosters/adopters program has provided forever ...

Brookhaven Town, Nature Conservancy Acquire 106 Coastal Parcels to Prevent Flooding in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY -  Using an innovative approach to adapt to the growing dangers of coastal flooding caused by climate change, The Nature Conservancy and the Town of Brookhaven today purchased 106 vacant, coastal land parcels in Mastic Beach. The...

Brookhaven Town Offers Earth Day/Arbor Day Ideas While Social Distancing

Farmingville, NY -  While many of the events Brookhaven Town was planning for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day have been cancelled, there are still a number of ways residents can celebrate Earth Day on April 22 while still observing social dista...

Town of Brookhaven Residents Say “We Are Brookhaven Strong” with Personal Social Distancing Photos

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Town Board are asking residents to share a photo showing how they are staying safe and managing life during the COVID-19 crisis. Those who want to participate should go to BrookhavenNY....

April 7 Town Board Meeting to Live Stream on Town Website and Channel 18

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the April 7 Town Board Meeting, scheduled for 2:00 pm, will be available for viewing via live stream on the Town of Brookhaven website and broadcast live on Cabl...

Statement from Receiver of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia: Update on Tax Office Operations

Farmingville, NY -  As we continue to work together to overcome COVID-19 by practicing social distancing, I would like to bring you up to date on operations at the Tax Office.We are open for business Monday, Wednesday and Friday with a reduction ...

Town Reschedules 2020 Paper Shredding, E-Waste and Prescription Drug Take Back Events

Farmingville, NY -  In an abundance of caution related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Town of Brookhaven has rescheduled the 2020 spring recycling events to the summer. These popular annual events include paper shredding, e-waste disposal and pres...

Town Asks Residents to Follow the Trash, Garbage and Bulk Item Pick-up Rules and Requirements

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven’s Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management is committed to providing the highest quality service during these difficult times. While residents may be using their time to cle...

Supervisor Romaine Warns Residents to be Aware of Fraud Schemes During Coronavirus Pandemic

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine is warning residents to be aware of telephone and internet fraud during the Coronavirus pandemic. In a recent Public Service Announcement issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), “Sc...

Animal Shelter Seeking Fosters/Adopters for Medium to Large Mixed Breed Dogs

Farmingville, NY -  During this time of need, the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for fosters/adopters for medium to large mixed breed dogs. Some dogs require a single pet household as well as some that get along ...

Brookhaven Reminds Residents of Prohibition Against Dogs in Public Parks

Farmingville, NY -  While many residents are taking advantage of Town parks facilities to get fresh air and exercise during the current COVID-19 crisis, Brookhaven officials remind residents that no dogs are allowed in Town Parks and facilities a...

March 26 Town Board Meeting to Live Stream on Website and Broadcast Live on Channel 18

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the March 26 Town Board Meeting, scheduled for 2:00 pm will be available for viewing via live stream on the Town of Brookhaven website and broadcast live on Cabl...

NY Blood Center Cancels April 9 Brookhaven Town Hall Blood Drive

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven has been notified that the NY Blood Center has canceled all remote location blood drives through April 30, including the April 9 event at Brookhaven Town Hall.The Town of Brookhaven strongly encourages a...

Town Parks and Recreation Department Closings / Updated April 7

Farmingville, NY - In response to the current COVID-19 health crisis, the Town of Brookhaven has taken the following steps:

• Closed all beaches until further notice
• Closed all Athletic Fields (baseball, soccer, football, etc.) to the public until fu...

All Town Dog Parks are Closed to the Public

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-Coronavirus the Town of Brookhaven Dog Parks will be closed to the public until further notice. This action by the Town adheres to the Social Distancing recommendations issued b...

All Town Playgrounds are Closed to the Public Town Parks Remain Open

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following steps have been taken by the Town of Brookhaven:CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC – All Town of Brookhaven Playgrounds and Playground equipment are cl...

Board of Zoning Appeals 3/23 Work Session Cancelled, 3/25 Hearing to be Held, Closed to the Public

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following steps have been taken by the Town of Brookhaven:CANCELLED - The Brookhaven Town Board of Zoning Appeals Work Session scheduled for Monday, March 23...

Psychiatric Social Workers Provide Services to Help People Cope with Coronavirus Stress and More

Farmingville, NY - The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the subsequent evolving uncertainty is likely to be stressful for many people. Fear and anxiety about the disease, coupled with all the changes being put in place to reduc...

Town of Brookhaven Covid-19 Virus Update: Closings, Cancelations and Postponements

Farmingville, NY - In an abundance of caution related to COVID-19, the Town of Brookhaven has made the difficult decision to temporarily postpone, suspend, close or cancel many Town events. The health, safety, and well-being of our community memb...

Brookhaven Town March 23 Work Session Canceled, March 26 Town Board Meeting to be Live Streamed

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following steps have been taken by the Town of Brookhaven:

• The Brookhaven Town Board Work Session scheduled for Monday, March 23 at 2:00 pm has been cancelled...

Brookhaven Town Clerk’s Office Closed to the Public

Farmingville, NY - In an abundance of caution related to COVID-19, the Brookhaven Town Clerk’s office is CLOSED to the public. The only services that will be provided in person to Brookhaven residents are marriage licenses and the filin...

Brookhaven Town Recognizes Brain Injury Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY - At the March 12 Brookhaven Town Board meeting, Councilman Michael Loguercio sponsored a resolution that was unanimously adopted to designate March as Brain Injury Awareness Month in the Town of Brookhaven.The Brain Injury Assoc...

Online Payments, New Building Division, Fire Prevention and Planning Department Processes

Farmingville, NY - While Brookhaven Town Hall currently remains open, it is strongly recommended that residents who have business with the Town to use online services or contact Town personnel by phone or email in order to reduce crowds at Town H...

Brookhaven Town Suspending Senior Citizen Events, Activities at Senior Centers

Farmingville, NY - In response to concerns over the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Brookhaven Town continues to closely monitor the guidance provided by the CDC, New York State Department of Health and Suffolk County Department of Health, an...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Friends of St. Patrick 2020 Scholarship Winner

Farmingville, NY - On March 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended the annual Friends of St. Patrick Luck of the Irish Casino Night held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. She was there to honor the organization’s $1000 scho...

Event Postponed: 34th Annual Women’s Recognition Award Winners Announced

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the recipients of the 2020 Women’s Recognition Awards who will be honored at the 34th Annual Women’s Recognition Night. The event (postponed) is sponsored by the Town&...

Town Demolishes Burned Out Zombie House on West Bartlett Road in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On March 5, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) was at 82 West Bartlett Road in Middle Island for the demolition of an abandoned and burned out “zombie house.” He was joined by nearby resident, Jeffrey Taylo...

Cartright Speaks at Doing Something About It, Inc.’s 2nd Annual Cultural Empowerment Event

Farmingville, NY - On February 22, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright spoke at Doing Something About It, Inc.’s 2nd Annual Cultural Empowerment Event held at the Boys & Girls Club in Bellport. Doing Something About It, Inc. is a not-for...

Councilman Loguercio Meets Longwood Middle School 5th and 6th Grade Robotics Team at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - It was a great time once again when Councilman Michael Loguercio met with the Longwood Middle School fifth and sixth grade Robotics Teams. Joined by several teachers and advisors, the students and Councilman Loguercio had a won...

Loguercio Honors Bobby D’Amato for his Quick Action After His Mother Suffers a Heart Attack

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilman Michael Loguercio and the Town Board recently honored a young resident of Ridge whose quick actions are credited with saving his mother’s life.On January 11, 2020 at around 8:30 am, Bobby D&...

New and Outgoing Officers of Sons & Daughters of Italy at the Sgt. John Basilone Lodge

Farmingville, NY - On March 2, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Dan Panico (left) attended the installation ceremony for members of the Sons and Daughters of Italy Sgt. John Basilone Lodge #2442, at the Town’...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Response to 2020 Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected more than 2100 coats, and numerous pairs of winter boots, hats, gloves and scarves. The items, generously dona...

Town Demolishes Two Abandoned “Zombie Houses” in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - On March 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilman Dan Panico (right) attended the demolition of two long-abandoned “zombie houses” located next door to each other at 39 Cedar Road (left) and 103 Orchid...

Animal Shelter Celebrates “St. Pet-rick’s Day” with “Irish I Had A Home” $65 Dog and Cat Adoptions

Event Postponed

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with its “Irish I Had A Home” promotion, offering $65 adoptions on March 16 and 17. The nor...

Bonner Recognizes Local Businesses and Volunteers at Rocky Point Sound Beach Winter Awards Gala

Councilwoman also honored with distinguished Public Service Award

Farmingville, NY - On February 25, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce Winter Awards Gala at the North Shore Beach Clubhouse in Rocky P...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Grand Opening of Sei-Ramen Restaurant in East Setauket

Farmingville, NY - On February 12, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright was on hand to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Sei-Ramen restaurant in East Setauket. The authentic Japanese restaurant focuses on small plates a...

Bellport Youngster Donates $800 “Birthday Present” to the Brookhaven Animal Shelter

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine was at the Brookhaven Town Animal Shelter and Adoption Center to accept a donation of $800 from 10-year-old Isabelle Grucci-Peterson. The money was collected by Isabelle after she asked people wh...

Councilmen Foley and LaValle Join in Clean Up Efforts at Defaced Lake Ronkonkoma Mural

Farmingville, NY - On February 21, Councilman Neil Foley (left) and Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) were at Lake Ronkonkoma with community members to cover graffiti and restore a popular mural painted on an old concrete retaining wall along the ...

Town Adopts Resolution to Acquire 106 Parcels of Land in the Mastic Beach Conservation Area

Farmingville, NY - At the February 13 Town Board Meeting, a resolution to acquire 106 parcels of land in the Mastic Beach Conservation Area was unanimously adopted by the Town Board. The resolution was sponsored by Councilman Dan Panico. The prop...

Town Demolishes Long-Abandoned Storefront in Selden

Farmingville, NY - On February 11, Councilman Kevin LaValle (pictured) was at 23 North Evergreen Drive in Selden for the demolition of a long-abandoned and dilapidated storefront. The building, which fronted on Middle Country Road (NYS Route 25),...

Brookhaven Highway Department Offers Free Child Safety Seat Check

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro is hosting a free child safety seat check on Thursday, March 5, 2020, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Holtsville Fire Department, 1025 Waverly Avenue, Holtsville.The Suffolk Co...

29th Annual Black History Month Celebration

Farmingville, NY - On February 7, the Town of Brookhaven’s Black History Commission hosted its 29th Annual Black History Month celebration at Town Hall. The program included the presentation of Academic Achievement Awards to more than 7...

Town and Teachers Federal Credit Union Announce 2020 Recycling Events Partnership

Farmingville, NY - On February 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Council accepted a $2,000 check from, Brad Calhoun, President and CEO of Teachers Federal Credit Union (TFCU) to co-sponsor the Town’s 2020 recycling events. This is ...

Sup. Losquadro Calls on Governor, State Legislature to Increase State Aid for Local Road Work

Coram, NY – Statement from Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro: I am incredibly honored to have been elected by my colleagues as President of the Suffolk County Highway Superintendents Association. This two-year t...

First of its Kind Youth Vape Out! Program - Vaping Cessation and Alternatives to Suspension

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright has announced that Youth Vaping Cessation classes are now being offered at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill in Farmingville. The classes, which are presented by the Suffolk County De...

Supervisor Reminds Brookhaven About Youth Bureau’s Counseling, Support and Educational Services

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Edward P. Romaine would like to remind Brookhaven residents about the many programs and services provided by the Town’s Youth Bureau. The Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s mission is to support and encour...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Youth Bureau’s 2020 Coat Drive is Off to a Great Start

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the 2020 Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Coat Drive is off to a tremendous start. As of February 4, 1,500 coats have been collected, as well as many winter hats, gloves and sca...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Install Center Moriches Fire Department Officers

Farmingville, NY - On February 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left photo) and Councilman Dan Panico (right photo) attended the installation dinner for the Center Moriches Fire Department. During the event, they honored the department for 132 years of ...

Holtsville Hal Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter in Brookhaven Town

Coram, NY – A crowd of several hundred spectators booed and groaned as Suffolk County’s most famous weatherman’s prognostication was read at the Holtsville Ecology Site on Groundhog Day. At 7:25 a.m., Brookhaven Town...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau to Hold Teen Dating Violence Awareness Workshops in February

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Youth Bureau will hold Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Workshops in February for youth ranging from 16 to 21 years old. February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. On J...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Bellport Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY - On January 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the Bellport Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner at the Bellport Country Club. Along with Mayor Ray Fell (third from left) and Suffolk County Legislator Rudy Sunde...

Councilman Loguercio Swears In Officers of the Greater Gordon Heights Chamber of Commerce

Farmingville, NY - On January 28, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) attended the Greater Gordon Heights Chamber of Commerce installation of officers at the Mott House in Coram. The Councilman had the honor of swearing in the new officers and o...

Brookhaven Highway Department Announces Upcoming Defensive Driving Classes

Brookhaven, NY – As part of his ongoing efforts to keep Brookhaven Town motorists safe on the roadways, Superintendent of Highways Daniel P. Losquadro is announcing upcoming defensive driving classes for the new year.In conjunction with...

Councilman Panico Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 138 in Mastic

Farmingville, NY - On Friday, January 24, Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico presented a proclamation to Dylan D’Ambrosio on the occasion of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest and most prestigious rank that a Boy Scout can ach...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY - On January 26, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Suffolk County Legislator Al Krupski (left) were on hand at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for Anthony Levene (center) from Boy Scout Troop 221 in Manorville. The event ...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 29 in East Moriches

Farmingville, NY - On January 26, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Suffolk County Legislator Al Krupski (right) were on hand at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for Sean Patrick McInerney (center) from Boy Scout Troop 29 in East Moriches. ...

Superintendent Losquadro Announces Scholarship Opportunity for Graduating Seniors

Brookhaven, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro invites high school seniors to apply for one of two $1,000 Highway Superintendent’s Association scholarships. Applicants should submit a cover letter and high...

Superintendent Losquadro Offers Road-Related Tips for Winter

Brookhaven, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro has prepared some road-related tips to assist motorists and residents as we enter the winter of 2020.During any given storm, Superintendent Losquadro manages a ...

Superintendent Losquadro to Reveal Holtsville Hal’s Famous Prediction on Groundhog Day

Holtsville, NY – Six more weeks of winter or an early spring? Hundreds will gather at the Holtsville Ecology Site on Sunday, February 2, to hear Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro announce Holtsville Hal’s famous forec...

“My Furry Valentine” Free Adoptions During the Month of February at the Brookhaven Animal Shelter

Farmingville, NY - If you’re looking for love this Valentine’s Day, come to the Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center and meet our adoptable cats and dogs. All during the month of February, the adoption fees of $137 fo...

Town Partners with Suffolk County Department of Health for Inaugural Healing Communities Study

Farmingville, NY - On January 22, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center right) welcomed Suffolk County Department of Health Services Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken, M.D. (center left) and the participants at the HEALing Communities Study meeting held at...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY - On January 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance (MPMSCA) Installation Dinner where she led the swearing in of the new officers. The event was held at the Willow Creek Golf and Coun...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Grace Lane in Coram

Farmingville, NY - On January 21, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (pictured) was on-hand when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 23 Grace Lane in Coram. The house was the source of resident complaints leadin...

Town Clerk Donna Lent Explains New York State’s New Adoptee Birth Certificate Law

Farmingville, NY - Town of Brookhaven Clerk Donna Lent has announced that a new New York State law will allow adoptees to obtain a copy of their original pre-adoption birth certificate after they turn 18 years old. The measure helps ensure that a...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Celebrates Unity Day at Suffolk Community College

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau recently participated in Unity Day 2020 at Suffolk County Community College’s Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood. The program was created for middle and high school students in Su...

Moody’s Assigns AAA Credit Rating and Standard & Poor’s Assigns AAA Rating, both with Stable Outlook

Town commended for a strong management team and fiscal policies

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to report that Moody’s Investor Services has re-affirmed the Town of Brookhaven’s AAA credit rating. In addition, Standard & Po...

Brookhaven Town Encourages Youth to Participate in Unity Day 2020 at SC Community College

Farmingville, NY - On January 14, Unity Day 2020 will be held at Suffolk County Community College’s Michael J. Grant Campus, located on Crooked Hill Road in Brentwood. Unity Day 2020 is a chance for students to learn the value in building communi...

Councilman LaValle Announces Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents

Farmingville, NY - In an ongoing effort to combat drug and alcohol abuse in Town of Brookhaven, Councilman Kevin LaValle has announced a Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents. The event, hosted by the Town’s Youth Bureau, will ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Eagle Court of Honor for Troop 161 in Shoreham

Farmingville, NY - On January 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Court of Honor Ceremony for Boy Scout Troop 161 of Shoreham. The ceremony was held at Wading River Fire Department headquarters. The Court of Honor ceremony recognizes Boy Sco...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for December

Farmingville, NY - Councilman Neil Foley recently visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for December. Pictured with Councilman Foley (left) are Kylie Peregoy (center) and Justin Lawrence (right). Councilman Fole...

Brookhaven's Toy and Thanksgiving Food Drives Help a Record Number of Families

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program’s 2019 Holiday Toy Drive and Thanksgiving Food Drive helped a record number of families in 2019. The Toy Drive...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Shoreham Wading River HS Blue Ribbon School Designation

Farmingville, NY - On December 17, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited Shoreham Wading River (SWR) High School to celebrate with teachers and administrators the school’s designation as a National Blue Ribbon School by the United States Dep...

Councilwoman Bonner Hosts Town Hall Meeting and Tour with Girl Scout Troop 2775 from Miller Place

Farmingville, NY - On December 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, left) welcomed Girl Scouts from Troop 2775 in Miller Place to Town Hall. The Councilwoman Bonner led a lively discussion about Town government and her role on the Town Council...

Town Hires Emergency Replacement Carters, Implements Plan to Ensure Uninterrupted Garbage Service

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town has entered into emergency award agreements with several local companies to immediately provide coverage for garbage pick-up in the seven garbage collection districts affected by the carter who broke their contr...

Garbage Carter Breaks Contract with No Notice in Brookhaven on New Year’s Eve

Town Puts Contingency Plan in Place for Residential Pickup in Affected Areas

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town officials were served notice at approximately noon on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 that Quickway carting would no longer honor their cont...

Town of Brookhaven Celebrates the Start of Hanukkah at Annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony

Farmingville, NY - On December 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright celebrated the first night of Hanukkah at the annual Community Menorah Lighting ceremony in the lobby of Town Hall in Farmingville. The annual ho...

Cartright Leads Portrait Unveiling and Street Dedication in Memory of Tech. Sgt. Dashan Briggs

Farmingville, NY - On December 18, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright joined the family and friends of Tech. Sgt. Dashan Briggs for the honorary street dedication ceremony at the corner of Bedford Avenue and King Street in Port Jefferson Station (sec...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates the Holiday Season at the Yaphank FD Christmas Parade and Tree Light

Farmingville, NY - Recently, the Yaphank Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary hosted their annual Christmas Parade. Hundreds of friends and family members from the community attended while revelers of all ages dressed in holiday costumes marched and ...

Councilman Loguercio Welcomes Santa Claus to Historic Longwood Estate in Ridge

Farmingville, NY - Recently, children of all ages came to meet jolly Saint Nick during the Town’s annual “Santa Comes to Longwood Estate” celebration. This fun-filled, family event included sleigh rides and pony ride...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Body Depot Owner for “Tireless Commitment to the Community”

Farmingville, NY - On December 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) stopped by the 'Body Depot' gym located at 1814 Middle Country Road in Ridge to present a 'Certificate of Appreciation" to the owner, Jo-Mara Lopez (center left). Counci...

Councilman Loguercio Thanks Ridge Fire Department Rescue Squad for Successful Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - On a recent visit to the Ridge Fire Department Rescue Squad, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left) thanked the members for participating in their recent coat drive to help local families stay warm this winter. The squ...

Thousands of Toys Donated at Town and JVC Broadcasting’s Annual INTERFACE Holiday Toy Drive

Farmingville, NY - On December 13, Brookhaven residents opened their hearts in a big way by donating thousands of toys at the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. The event, held in the lobby of Town Hall, was co-sponsored by the Town of Brookha...

Brookhaven Town Seeks Nominations for 34th Annual Women’s Recognition Awards

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Town Division of Women’s Services is seeking nominations for outstanding women of Brookhaven. Community groups, businesses and individuals are being asked to nominate women they believe are deserving of special r...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates the Holiday Season at Christmas Tree Lightings in Rocky Point, Ridge

Farmingville, NY - This past weekend, Councilwoman Jane Bonner helped make the holiday season bright at three Christmas tree lighting ceremonies in Council District 2. In the first photo, Councilwoman Bonner (right) celebrates with student volunt...

Supervisor Urges Federal Representatives to Protect Fire Island Communities from Storm Damage

Farmingville, NY - On December 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine sent a letter to Brookhaven Town’s federal representatives Senator Charles Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Lee Zeldin to ask for “immediate assistance...

Supervisor Romaine and Chief Fire Marshal Dramatically Demonstrate Live Christmas Tree Fire Hazard

Farmingville, NY - On December 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board joined the Brookhaven Town Chief Fire Marshal Chris Mehrman (pictured) for a dramatic demonstration to illustrate the destructive fire hazard associated with the improper ...

Councilman Loguercio Joins PSEGLI Volunteers at the Start of New Habitat for Humanity Home

Farmingville, NY - On November 12, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left) joined PSEGLI volunteers and Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk sponsors and partners to kick off the construction and renovation of a home for a veteran and their fa...

Councilman Loguercio Meets with Boy Scouts from Troop 625 in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On November 20, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) met with Boy Scout Troop 625 from Middle Island during their monthly meeting at the West Middle Island Elementary School. The Councilman talked about his public service and ...

Brookhaven’s Tenth Annual “Polar Plunge” Raises More than $155,000 to Benefit Special Olympics

Councilwoman Bonner’s “Frozen Eagles” Team Raised Over $2,600

Farmingville, NY - On November 23, the Town of Brookhaven and the Special Olympics of New York hosted the tenth annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sina...

Councilman Loguercio Attends the Albert Tinnie Senior Club Luncheon

Farmingville, NY - On November 13, Councilman Michael Loguercio joined the members of the Albert Tinnie Senior Club during a luncheon held at the Harbor Crab Co. in Patchogue. The Councilman was honored to attend to thank the members who make thi...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Opening of Exquisitely Devine Salon and Boutique in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On November 18, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from left) was proud to welcome “Exquisitely Devine” Salon and Boutique to Middle Island. The new business, located at 514 Middle Country Road, is owned by...

Supervisor Romaine Thanks JVC Broadcasting for Their Support of the Brookhaven INTERFACE Food Drive

Farmingville, NY - On November 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine stopped by ShopRite in Patchogue to make a donation and thank JVC Broadcasting for co-sponsoring the Brookhaven INTERFACE annual “Food Fight Against Hunger” food drive. JVC Broadcasting’s r...

Councilman Panico and Town Board Honors Boy Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY - At the November 19 Town Board meeting, Councilman Dan Panico and the Town Board honored Eagle Scout candidate Stephen Hines for the work he recently completed at the Manorville Pine Barrens Trail Center. Thanks to his hard work...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets with Boy Scout from Troop 433

Farmingville, NY - On November 21, Councilmember Jane Bonner met at the Lake Panamoka Clubhouse with Sean Berry, a Boy Scout from Troop 433 in Middle Island. Councilmember Bonner discussed her work as a councilwoman and Sean asked questions about...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Live, On-Air INTERFACE Toy Drive on December 13 at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On December 13, all five JVC Broadcasting radio stations will broadcast live from Brookhaven Town Hall to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular personalities from My Country 96.1, LI News Radio 103.9...

Weekly Farmers Market at Town Hall Will Open for Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly Farmers Market that takes place every Thursday afternoon in the lobby at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville has been such a big success this summer and fall, it will be extended for the Thanksgiving and Christmas ...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for November

Farmingville, NY - On November 20, Councilman Neil Foley visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for November. Pictured with Councilman Foley (right) are Reno Micros (left) and Joshua Espinoza-Guzman (center). Cou...

Councilman Panico and Town Board Honor Girl Scout Service Unit 48 Super Squad

Farmingville, NY - At the November 19 Town Board Meeting, Councilman Dan Panico (fourth from right) and the Town Board honored Girl Scout Service Unit 48 Super Squad from Mastic. The squad was recognized for numerous volunteer and beatification p...

Town Demolishes “Super Storm Sandy” House on South Breeze Drive in Patchogue

Farmingville, NY - On November 12, Councilman Neil Foley was on hand for the demolition of a “Super Storm Sandy” house at 2 South Breeze Drive in Patchogue. The house, located on property along the Great South Bay, experienced...

“Thankful for a Second Chance" Discounted Pet Adoptions November 19 to 25

Farmingville, NY - The adoptable pets at the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will be “Thankful for a Second Chance” from November 19 to November 25, when the normal adoption fees of $137 for a dog and $14...

Supervisor Romaine Joins Sierra Club Asking Governor to Reduce Motor Vehicle Emissions 55% by 2035

Farmingville, NY - On November 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine (seated) met with Jessica Enzmann (left) and Charles Bevington (right) from the Sierra Club to sign their statewide petition asking New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo to adopt an interim t...

Annual Holiday Spectacular Returns to Holtsville Ecology Site

Indoor, Walk-Through Light Show Open First Three Weekends in December

Holtsville, NY – Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro is announcing the return of the annual Brookhaven Town Holiday Spectacular, an indoor, walk-through holiday...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Holds Successful Substance Abuse Program During Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY - On October 29, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau hosted an “Anxiety, Depression and Substance Abuse Workshop” for parents and professionals at Brookhaven Town Hall. Approximately 30 residents participated in the program which...

Councilman LaValle Celebrates Grand Opening of New Village Plaza in Centereach

Farmingville, NY - On November 2, Brookhaven Town Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) and Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore were on-hand to celebrate the grand opening ribbon cutting at New Village Plaza, located at 1707-1759 Middle Country Roa...

Town Dedicates East Patchogue Street in Honor of PFC Anton A. “Tony” Bugala USMC

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 2, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Neil Foley, Councilman Michael Loguercio, Receiver of Taxes Lou Marcoccia, other State and County officials, veteran groups, friends, and family were on hand to dedicat...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Echo Avenue in Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY - On November 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) was on hand to watch the demolition of a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 309 Echo Avenue. The long-abandoned house was the source of resident complaint...

LIRR to Perform Concrete Tie Replacement Work by Pond Avenue in Ronkonkoma November 9 - 11

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 9th starting at 12:00 AM (midnight) and continuing through Monday, November 11 at 12:30 AM the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) will be performing concrete tie installation by Pond Avenue, Ronkonkoma on the Ma...

Town’s Division of Women’s Services to Host “How to Start and Grow an Online Business”

Farmingville, NY - On Tuesday, November 12, the Town of Brookhaven’s Division of Women’s Services will host “How to Start and Grow an Online Business” seminar at Town Hall from 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. The event is co-sponsored by Stony Brook Univers...

Councilwoman Bonner Presents Donated Cell Phones to Town Veterans Services Officer

Farmingville, NY - On October 31, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) presented more than 50 cell phones to the Town’s Veterans Services Officer Hillary DiPasquale as part of the “Cell Phones for Soldiers” program. This national non-profit organizat...

Supervisor Romaine and Brookhaven Youth Bureau Host Vaping Seminar for Parents and Professionals

Farmingville, NY - On October 28, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Youth Bureau held a well-attended Vaping Seminar for parents and professionals at Brookhaven Town Hall. Many people who participated in the seminar work in the field of hu...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on King Road in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY - On October 31, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) was on-hand on a rainy day when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 149 King Road in Rocky Point. During the demolition, the Councilwo...

Dress for Success Brookhaven Donates Clothing to Boots on the Ground for Veterans in Need

Farmingville, NY - On November 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Sharon Boyd, Executive Director of Dress for Success Brookhaven (left) announced that Dress for Success Brookhaven will donate women's clothing to "Boots on the Ground,"...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Board Holds First “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show”

Farmingville, NY - On October 29, 70 residents attended the Town of Brookhaven Youth Board’s first “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show.” Students enrolled in seventh through twelfth grade were asked t...

Brookhaven Highway Department Offers Free Child Safety Seat Check

East Setauket, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro is hosting a free child safety seat check on Monday, November 18, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Setauket Fire Department, Station 2, 9 Arrowhead Lane, East Seta...

Completion of State/Town-Funded Pedestrian Safety Project on Stony Brook Road

Coram, NY –  Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro, Sen. John Flanagan, and Assemblyman Steve Englebright joined Stony Brook University Interim President Dr. Michael Bernstein to announce the completion of a $1.9-mi...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilman Panico and Assemblyman Thiele Congratulate Local Eagle Scouts

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (third from left), Councilman Dan Panico (third from right) and NYS Assemblyman Fred Thiele (second from right) recently joined in congratulating Center Moriches Boy Scouts from Troop 414 ...

Brookhaven to Install 2.4 MW Solar Car Canopy at Farmingville Amphitheater

Solar project will be a major contributor to the Town’s goal of 50% reduction in greenhouse gases

Farmingville, NY -  October 24, 2019 – Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Kevin LaValle announce that an ap...

Losquadro and LaValle Announce Completion of $1-Million, 16-Road Paving Project

Centereach/Ronkonkoma, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Kevin LaValle have announced the completion of a $1-million, 16-road paving project in Centereach and Ronkonkoma. In addition to this ...

Town Installs New Rubber Safety Tiles at Diamond in the Pines Park and Heritage Park

Farmingville, NY - On October 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram (left) and Heritage Park/The Wedge in Mount Sinai (right) where the Town of Brookhaven Parks Department installed new ...

Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on November 10 to Help Families in Need

Farmingville, NY -  The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is teaming up with All Suffolk Car Clubs to present their Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on Sunday, November 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This annual event is sure to be fun for the e...

Brookhaven Saves Taxpayers $2.13 Million Thanks to Town’s Sound Fiscal Practices

Town Refinances Bonds, Reducing Interest Costs to 1.39% from over 3.4%

Farmingville, NY -  On October 22, Supervisor Ed Romaine announced that the Town of Brookhaven has refinanced the 12 years of outstanding Principal for the 2009 Municipal Bond ...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for September

Farmingville, NY -  On October 23, Councilman Neil Foley visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for September. Pictured with Councilman Foley (right) are Tristan Moreau (left) and Ana Seifert (center). Councilman...

Councilmember Bonner Hosts Town Hall Meeting with Girl Scout Troop 2682 from Shoreham-Wading River

Farmingville, NY -  On October 22, Councilmember Jane Bonner welcomed Girl Scouts from Troop 2682 in Shoreham-Wading River to Town Hall. The group met in the Town Council conference room where Councilmember Bonner joined in a lively discussion ab...

Free Animal Education, Care and Awareness Workshop at Mastics Moriches Shirley Library

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, October 26, the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center and the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will present a free Animal Education, Care and Awareness Workshop at the Mastics Moriches Shirley Com...

Cartright to Co-Sponsor “The Effects of Substances of Abuse and Behaviors on the Teen Brain"

The presentation by Dr. Stephen Dewey on "The Effects of Substances of Abuse and Behaviors on the Adolescent Brain,” scheduled for tonight (October 24), has been postponed and will be rescheduled to a future date.

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Supervisor Romaine Attends Medford Fire Dept. 11th Annual Fire Prevention Open House Family Night

Farmingville, NY -  On October 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and ex-Chief and Fire Prevention Chairman, John A. Masem (right) joined hundreds of residents who attended the 11th Annual Fire Prevention Open House Family Night at the Medford Fire...

Brookhaven Town Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Farmingville, NY -  On October 11, approximately 300 people attended the Town of Brookhaven’s Sixth Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration hosted by Brookhaven’s Hispanic Advisory Board. During the celebration of Hispanic ...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the INTERFACE Program on November 23 and 24

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual “Food Fight Against Hunger” food drive to support the Brookhaven INTERFACE...

Losquadro, Panico Announce Paving of Lexington Road in Mastic Beach and Shirley

Mastic Beach, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Daniel Panico have announced the paving of Mastic Beach Road, as well as Lexington Road from Floyd Road to Clyde Road in Mastic Beach and Shirl...

Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico Announces Chess in the Park During Annual Fall Festival

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico invites individuals who attend the Annual Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches’ Fall Fair, being held on Saturday, October 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., along Main Street...

Brookhaven Honored Long Island ABATE for their Support of Local Veterans Groups

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (right) honored the members of Long Island ABATE (American Bikers for Awareness Training and Education) at their annual Veterans Appreciation Din...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins October 15

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive will run from October 15 to November 15. INTERFACE is a partnership between individua...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Huntington Drive in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly On October 15, Councilman Dan Panico (pictured) was on-hand when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 63 Huntington Drive in Mastic Beach. The long-abandoned house was the...

Town of Brookhaven Hosts 15th Annual “Building Business in Brookhaven” Expo

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly On October 10, the Brookhaven Business Advisory Council (BBAC) hosted its 15th Annual “Building Business in Brookhaven Expo” at Town Hall. The event, which attracted 450 local business people and...

Losquadro, Panico Announce Paving of Moriches-Middle Island Road in Center Moriches/Moriches

Center Moriches/Moriches, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Daniel Panico have announced the completion of a paving project on Moriches-Middle Island Road from Sunrise Highway to Frowein Road in Morich...

Brookhaven Conducts Cab Crackdown

Joint investigation with NYS Office of the Medicaid Inspector General results in 52 tickets and up to $26,000 in fines, investigation into other cab companies continues

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine today announced that an in...

Superintendent Losquadro Shares Halloween Safety Tips

Coram, NY –  In preparation for Halloween, Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro is offering parents some tips, courtesy of the American Academy of Pediatrics, to help ensure children enjoy the holiday safely.

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Animal Shelter and Adoption Center to Celebrate “Barktoberfest” with Free Adoptions on October 26

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will celebrate “Barktoberfest” on Saturday, October 26 and 27 during regular business hours (see below). The normal adoption fees of $137 for a dog and $140 for a cat wi...

Losquadro, Bonner Announce Completion of $1.7-Million, 23-Road Coram Paving Project

Coram, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a 23-road paving project in Coram’s W-section. In addition to the milling and paving of 23 ro...

Losquadro, Loguercio Announce Paving of Mill Road from Medford to Yaphank

Medford/Yaphank, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced the completion of a $600,000 paving project on four roadways including Mill Road and Country Road in Medfor...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate 26th Annual Walk for Beauty in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY - On October 6th, Supervisor Edward Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated the 26th Annual Walk for Beauty at the Stony Brook Village Center. All proceeds were donated to the Breast Cancer Research at Stony Broo...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau to Hold Timely and Meaningful Workshops in Honor of Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will sponsor two timely and meaningful events during Red Ribbon Week, held annually from October 23 through October 31. Red Ribbon Week was established by angered parents and yout...

Town Announces New York State DEC Now Accepting Applications for Urban Forestry Projects

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly The Town of Brookhaven has announced that the New York Department of Environmental Conservation is now accepting applications for up to $1.2 million in grant funding for urban forestry projects across New York State...

Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center Offering Free Feral Cat and Pit Bull Spay/Neuter

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center has announced that it is offering a voucher program for free feral cat and pit bull or pit bull mix spay/neuter. Vouchers will be given to residents who live...

Councilman LaValle to Co-Sponsor the Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van at Brookhaven

No-cost mammograms offered on Friday, October 11

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly On Friday, October 11, the Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van will make a special visit to Brookhaven Town Hall, to provide breast cancer screenings from...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Grand Opening of Due Baci Italian Restaurant in Port Jefferson

Farmingville, NY -  On September 25, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (seventh from left) joined Port Jefferson Mayor Margot Garant (sixth from left) and members of the Chamber of Commerce of Port Jefferson to welcome Due Baci Itali...

Supervisor Romaine Honors SUNY Stony Brook Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly On September 30, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) attended a reception at the Port Jefferson Country Club held during the 2019 Stony Brook Lacrosse Golf Classic. The event was held to honor the Stony Brook University ...

Supervisor Romaine Presents the 2020 Tentative Operating Budget to the Town Board

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine announced his 2020 Tentative Operating Budget today. The structurally balanced budget increases the Town’s commitment to infrastructure, open space preservation, holds the line on taxes and spe...

Super. Losquadro, Councilman Panico Announce Completion of South Street Resurfacing in Manorville

Caption: Superintendent Losquadro and Councilman Panico on South Street in Manorville

Coram, NY –  OBrookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Daniel Panico have announced the paving of South Street in Mano...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Foley Announce Paving of Dahlia Dr, Orchid Rd in Patchogue

Patchogue, NY – – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the paving of Dahlia Drive South, Dahlia Drive West and Orchid Road in Patchogue. The total cost for this project was approximat...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Shoreham Resident Charles Sorrocco on His 100th Birthday

Farmingville, NY -  On September 23, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined family and friends of Charles Sorrocco to celebrate his 100th birthday at Lombardi’s restaurant in Middle Island. Mr. Sorrocco was born in Brooklyn on September 24, 19...

Councilman LaValle and Brookhaven Board Authorize Shared Service Agreement with Lake Grove Village

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Councilman Kevin LaValle and the Town Board recently authorized an Intermunicipal Agreement for a shared services agreement with the Village of Lake Grove for the scanning and electronic storage of village records. ...

Town to Hold Free Residential Waste Disposal Week from October 7 to October 12

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven will hold a Free Residential Waste Disposal Week from Monday, October 7 to Saturday, October 12. Brookhaven Town residents and/or property owners can dispose of household items free of charge at the Conv...

Brookhaven Business Advisory Council to Hold 15th Annual “Building Business in Brookhaven” Expo

Farmingville, NY -  On Thursday, October 10, the Division of Economic Development’s Brookhaven Business Advisory Council (BBAC) will present its 15th Annual “Building Business in Brookhaven” Expo at Town Hall from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The event...

Health and Wellness Fair to be Held on Saturday, September 21 at Brookhaven Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will sponsor the third annual Health and Wellness Fair at Town Hall on Saturday, September 21 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Fair will feature representatives from ...

Brookhaven Takes Steps to Reduce Residents’ Energy Bills

Town Sets Public Hearing for Creation of Community Choice Aggregation Program

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board today took the first steps to create a program that could result in lower gas or electric rates f...

Councilwoman Bonner and Residents On-Hand as Town Demolishes Zombie House on Park Dr in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On September 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) was joined by happy residents Bill Stengel (left) and Colleen Hauptman (right) at 40 Park Drive in Rocky Point for the demolition of an abandoned “zombie house&r...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Loguercio Announce Paving of Granny Road in Coram/Medford

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced the completion of a $200,000 paving project on Granny Road from Route 112 in Coram to Mill Road in Medford.Prior to pav...

Losquadro and Loguercio Announce Paving of Moriches-Middle Island Road from Yaphank to Shirley

Yaphank/Shirley, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced the completion of a paving project on Moriches-Middle Island Road from William Floyd Parkway in Shirley to the Long I...

Romaine and Losquadro Announce Annual 5K Run/Walk “Fur” the Animals and Woof Fest

Holtsville, NY – Supervisor Edward Romaine and Superintendent of Highways Daniel P. Losquadro invite Town residents to attend the 3rd annual Run Wild – 5K Run and Pet Walk “Fur” the Animals, followed by a Dog Swim and Woof Fest featuring pet-frie...

Town Demolishes Burned-Out “Zombie House” in Coram

Farmingville, NY -  On September 12, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilman Michael Loguercio were on-hand when the Town demolished a burned-out “zombie house” at 66 Thomas Street in Coram. The house, which sustained signific...

Animal Shelter’s “Meow Mania” Offers Free Cat and Kitten Adoptions from September 13 to October 31

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will be offering free cat and kitten adoptions from September 13 to October 31 in celebration of “Meow Mania.” The normal adoption fees of $140 will...

Councilwoman Cartright Installs Suffolk County Women’s Business Enterprise Coalition Officers

Farmingville, NY -  On September 12, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left photo) was on-hand to install the officers of the Suffolk County Women’s Business Enterprise Coalition (SCWBEC) during their monthly meeting at Adephi Universi...

Sup. Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Announce Reconstruction to Start on Mt. Sinai Harbor Jetties

Farmingville, NY -  On September 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner announced that work will begin soon on the reconstruction of the east and west jetties at the inlet of Mt. Sinai Harbor. State Senator Ken LaValle secured a $...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Announce Oyster Planting in North Shore Harbors

Farmingville, NY -  On September 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) joined staff from the Town’s Division of Environmental Protection as they prepared to plant 14,000 mature oysters in harbors along t...

Supervisor Romaine Launches Microplastic Survey in Town Waterways

Farmingville, NY -  On September 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) was in Mount Sinai Harbor with staff from the Town’s Division of Environmental Protection to launch the Microplastic Survey program, which will help the Town study their ...

Brookhaven History Celebrated at the Annual Brookhaven Country Fair at Historic Longwood Estate

Farmingville, NY -  On September 7 and 8, the Town of Brookhaven held its annual Brookhaven Country Fair at the historic Longwood Estate in Ridge. The event featured entertainment, traditional crafts, vendors, primitive cooking, Civil War and Rev...

Romaine Honors Grace Rizzi-Gallipoli as Italian-American of the Year at St. Liberata Festival

Farmingville, NY -  On September 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Neil Foley (left) honored Grace Rizzi-Gallipoli (center) for being named “Italian American of the Year” at the annual Italian Feast of Saint Libe...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Successful Results For Back to School Supply Drive

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Supply Drive has sent almost 1,300 students back to school with the necessary supplies they need to learn. This ...

Town Honors Victims and First Responders at 9/11 Memorial Service at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  On September 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine led a memorial service to honor all the people who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and at Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The ceremony, wh...

Cartright and Amistad L.I. Black Bar Association Highlight the Significance of the Amistad Replica

Farmingville, NY -  On Sunday September 1, 2019 Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left photo,center), members of the Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association and many other civil rights and community leaders and members met at the Port Jefferso...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Hagerman Landing Road in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On September 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) were on-hand when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 61 Hagerman Landing Road in Rocky Point. The ...

Town to Hold 13th Annual Division of Women’s Services Conference and Expo on October 5

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities available for day-long conference

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven’s Division of Women’s Services will hold the 13th annual Women’s Conference and Expo on Saturday, Octobe...

NYSERDA to Host Offshore Wind Open House at Brookhaven Town Hall on September 17

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the New York State Energy Research and Development Agency (NYSERDA) Offshore Wind Team will host an open house event at Brookhaven Town Hall to discuss the State's efforts to advance of...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Foley Announce Paving of Nine Patchogue Roadways

Patchogue, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the paving of nine roadways just north of Montauk Highway, between Gazzola Drive and North Dunton Avenue in East Patchogue. The to...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Salute “Proudly We Served” Author Mary Ann Fox

Farmingville, NY -  On September 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited VFW Fischer/Hewins Post 6249 in Rocky Point where they recognized Mary Ann Fox, who created the 112-page book “Proudly We Serve.” T...

Town Fire Marshals Keep Shoppers and Employees Safer with Recent Big Box Store Inspections

22 summonses and 21 violations issued during holiday weekend action

Farmingville, NY -  On August 30, Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals visited 39 “big box” stores to assure they were in compliance with Town fire codes. As a result...

Last Hope Animal Rescue Receives $10,000 Grant for Feral Cat Trap-Neuter-Release Program in Town

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that Last Hope Animal Rescue has received a $10,000 grant from Pet Peeves, Inc. (matched in part by Last Hope) to target the epidemic number of feral cats in the Town of Brookhaven this fall....

Moody’s Joins S&P in Giving Brookhaven Top Rating

Wall Street Firm Upgrades Rating to AAA Citing ‘Strong Management’

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that Moody’s Financial Services has upgraded the Town of Brookhaven to a AAA credit rating a...

Councilwoman Bonner Leads “Cell Phones For Soldiers” Drive in Brookhaven Town

Farmingville, NY -  Councilwoman Jane Bonner is teaming up with “Cell Phones For Soldiers,” a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing cost-free communication services and emergency funding to active-duty military members and veter...

Highway Superintendent Losquadro Announces Receipt of Grant to Benefit Holtsville Ecology Site

Holtsville, NY – In February 2017, through its designation as a Clean Energy Community by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), the Town of Brookhaven was awarded a $150,000 grant to implement energy efficiency, ...

Bring Home the “Teacher’s Pet” in September during Back to School Free Adoptions

Farmingville, NY - In celebration of the start of the new school year, the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will offer free adoptions throughout the month of September for dogs and cats over the age of four years-old. The nor...

Brookhaven Town Partners with Long Island Housing Partnership to Provide Affordable Housing

Farmingville, NY - On August 27, Brookhaven Town, working in conjunction with the Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP), conducted a lottery at Brookhaven Town Hall to select 20 applicants who will be provided with an opportunity to purchase new...

Councilman Dan Panico Announces Annual Youth 3 On 3 Basketball Event

Congressman Lee Zeldin and WNBA Hall of Famer Sue Wicks to Join in the Fun

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico and teammates United States Congressman Lee Zeldin and WNBA Star of the New York Liberty Sue Wicks are challenging ...

Councilman Loguercio Recognizes Boy Scout from Troop 79 in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY - On August 19, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) visited the gazebo on the corner of Main Street and Yaphank-Middle Island Road in Yaphank to thank Eagle Scout candidate Kyle Okon (left) for creating the “Yaphank Co...

Supervisor Romaine Asks Residents to Be Prepared: View 2019 Hurricane Survival Guide

Farmingville, NY - Hurricane season is here, and Supervisor Ed Romaine reminds residents that the 2019 Hurricane Survival Guide is now available on the Town’s Emergency Management Web page. The guide is designed to help residents prepare for a hu...

Superintendent Losquadro Announces 6th Annual Brookhaven Highway Safety Day

Holtsville, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley are announcing the Sixth Annual Brookhaven Highway Safety Day, to be held Saturday, September 21, at Safety Town, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville, NY 11...

Town of Brookhaven Dress for Success to Present “Career EDGE” Personal and Professional Seminars

Farmingville, NY -  On September 25, the Town of Brookhaven Women’s Services Division will present the second session of “Career EDGE.” This program is designed to help unemployed and under-employed women gain profes...

Councilwoman Cartright Raises Awareness About Black Women's Equity Day

Farmingville, NY -  In honor of Black Women’s Equity Day, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright visited children in Suffolk County on August 21st to raise awareness about the enduring problem of pay inequality and its disproportionate effec...

Town Officials Celebrate “Family Fun Day” at Heritage Park in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  On August 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright were on hand to celebrate “Family Fun Day” at Heritage Park in Mount Sinai. The event was the kick-off of a y...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Honor Hagerman FD at NYS Drill and Parade

Farmingville, NY -  On August 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) attended the 2019 New York State Drill and Parade hosted by the Hagerman Fire Department. During the event, the Supervisor and Councilman pres...

Bonner Co-Sponsors Lyme Disease Education Program at Cedar Beach and Diamond in the Pines Park

Farmingville, NY -  On August 9, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) co-sponsored the Lyme Education Tour that made stops at Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram and Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. The events were presented by the Lyme Education Awareness...

Councilman LaValle Accepts $1,000,000 from Senator Flanagan for Completion of Selden Park Complex

Farmingville, NY -  On August 13, Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) was at the Selden Park Complex on Boyle Road to accept a check for $1,000,000 from New York State Senator John Flanagan (left). The money will fund phase 3 at the park, which incl...

Dedicate East Patchogue Street in Honor of 9/11 First Responder Mark “Ski” Gajewski

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, August 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio officially dedicated a portion of Martha Avenue in East Patchogue as “Mark W. Gajewski Way.” Mr. Gajewski, a professional welde...

Town to Host “Kick the Habit” Free Smoking Cessation Program

Farmingville, NY -  To help residents quit smoking, the Town of Brookhaven will host the Suffolk County Department of Health’s six-week smoking cessation program beginning Tuesday, September 24. Meetings will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:3...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Announce Installation of First Oyster Bar in Brookhaven

Partnership with Moriches Bay Project and Cornell Cooperative Extension Continues Town’s Clean Water Initiatives

Farmingville, NY -  On Wednesday, August 14, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico joined officials from Moriches ...

Supervisor Romaine Honors US Naval Academy Midshipmen at Port Jefferson Harbor

Farmingville, NY -  On August 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine was at Port Jefferson Harbor to honor the United States Naval Academy Midshipmen on their first ever visit to the north shore village. The 50 Midshipmen (male and female), who were on-board f...

Receiver of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia Unveils New, Two-Page Statement of Taxes Receipt

Farmingville, NY - On August 13, Brookhaven Town Tax Receiver Louis J. Marcoccia (left) held a press conference at Town Hall in Farmingville to unveil the new, redesigned Town of Brookhaven Statement of Taxes Receipt. This effort was undertaken o...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman Loguercio Announce Traffic Safety Improvements to Wading River

Ridge/Middle Island, NY - Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced traffic safety improvements to be made on Wading River Hollow Road in the Ridge/Middle Island communities.“Counci...

Supervisor Romaine Celebrates Gordon Heights Day

Farmingville, NY - On August 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine joined hundreds of residents and guests at the annual Gordon Heights Day Picnic held at the Gordon Heights Children’s Park. Each year the Greater Gordon Heights Civic Association (G...

Town Takes Strong Legal Action to Clean Up Track Gas Station Property in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico have announced that a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) was served at Track Gas Station, located at 310 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, on Wednesday, August 7. The TRO...

Hundreds Turn Out for National Night Out at William Floyd HS in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY -  On August 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine joined hundreds of residents at the annual National Night Out at William Floyd High School in Mastic Beach. This free, annual event promotes police-community relationships and neighborhood ca...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Attend Suffolk County PBA Picnic in Medford

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico joined Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association members, families and friends at their annual picnic held at Country Fair entertainment Park in Medford. Pictured le...

5th Annual “Run the Farm 4 Mile Challenge” on Saturday, August 17 to Benefit Bethel Hobbs Farm

Farmingville, NY -  Councilman Kevin LaValle has announced that he will co-sponsor the 5th Annual “Run the Farm 4 Mile Challenge” to be held on Saturday, August 17, starting at 9:00 am at Bethel Hobbs Farm in Centereach. All p...

Brookhaven Town Recognizes Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand

Farmingville, NY -  On August 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright stopped by the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand to present a check and a Certificate of Appreciation for their efforts to raise money for the Stony Broo...

More Than 1000 Attend National Night Out at Fireman’s Park in Ridge

Farmingville, NY -  On August 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilman Michael Loguercio co-hosted the annual National Night Out at Fireman’s Park in Ridge. This free, annual event promotes police-community rela...

Town celebrates the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Farmingville, NY -  To mark the 29th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Supervisor Ed Romaine recently visited the office of the Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) in Holtsville. The ADA ensures t...

Town to Open West Meadow Beach for Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing on the Night of Monday, August 12

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright has announced that the Town of Brookhaven’s West Meadow Beach will remain open until 10:30 pm on Monday, August 12 for stargazers to get an unobstructed view of the Perseids Meteor Sh...

LIRR Grade Crossing Rehabilitation Scheduled for Pine Street in East Moriches

Farmingville, NY - To complete grade crossing rehabilitation and in response to community concern, repaving is scheduled on the LIRR's Montauk Branch in the following area:EAST MORICHES - Pine Street Road CrossingFriday, August 9 from 7:00 AM thr...

Town Demolishes Zombie House on Strawberry Lane in Brookhaven

Farmingville, NY -  On August 5, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) was joined by happy residents at 12 Strawberry Lane in Brookhaven for the demolition of an abandoned “zombie house” that had become dilapidated after many ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends the ‘Beach Bucket Brigade’ Clean-up at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY - On August 2 and August 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in the “Beach Bucket Brigade” clean-up at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai. The “Beach Bucket Brigade” was created by 14-year-old sisters Cayla and Iris Rosenhagen as a pr...

Councilwoman Cartright Co-Sponsors ‘The Big Latch On’ at Percy Raynor Park

Farmingville, NY -  On August 2, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (back row, right) partnered with the Suffolk County Office of Women's Services, the Suffolk Breastfeeding Coalition, Stony Brook Women Infants and Children (WIC) and many other pa...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilman LaValle Announce Completion of $810,000, 11-Road Selden Paving

Coram, NY –  Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Kevin LaValle have announced the completion of phase two of a 30-road paving project in a residential Selden neighborhood.Last year, crews resurfaced...

Supervisor Ed Romaine Joins Chamber in Welcoming Bloom Learning Center to Moriches

Farmingville, NY -  On Tuesday, August 6th, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) joined members of the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches to officially cut the ribbon at Bloom Learning Center, located at 165 Montauk Highway in Moriches. ...

Brookhaven Highway Department Completes Patchogue Paving Project

Patchogue, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have joined with Patchogue Village Mayor Paul Pontieri to announce the resurfacing of North Ocean Avenue, Roe Boulevard, West Lakewood ...

Councilman LaValle to Co-Host National Night Out at Centereach Pool Complex on August 6

Farmingville, NY - On Tuesday, August 6, Councilman Kevin LaValle, the Suffolk County Police Department’s 6th Precinct and the Middle Country Library will host the annual National Night Out at the Town of Brookhaven’s Centerea...

Dress for Success Brookhaven’s Pop-Up Sale to be Held on August 9, 10 and 11

Farmingville, NY - Dress for Success Brookhaven will hold its second annual Pop-Up sale on August 9, 10 and 11 at 70 North Main Street in Sayville during the village’s Summerfest 2019. The first Pop-Up Sale, which was held in August 2018 in Patch...

Brookhaven Highway Department Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with Port Jefferson Village

Port Jefferson, NY – The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently painted lane markings on six and a half miles of Port Jefferson Village roadways as part of an intermunicipal agreement between the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson for th...

Councilman Loguercio Attends “Blessings in a Backpack” Fundraiser at Gray’s Hardware in Ridge

Farmingville, NY - On July 26, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the “Blessings in a Backpack” Longwood Chapter Fundraiser at Gray’s Hardware in Ridge. The charitable organization packs bags of food for ov...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Bellport Day

Farmingville, NY - On July 27, Town Councilman and Bellport Chamber of Commerce member Michael Loguercio joined hundreds of people at the annual Bellport Day street festival. The event was hosted by the Bellport Chamber of Commerce, Bellport Fire...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Navy Veteran at Daughters of the American Revolution Event in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY - On July 27, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended a Daughters of the American Revolution-Colonel Josiah Smith Chapter event held at the Swezey-Avey House in Yaphank. The Councilman was there to present a proclamation on ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Celebrate Middle Island 7-Eleven Store Groundbreaking

Farmingville, NY - On July 25, Supervisor Ed Romaine (fourth from left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (fourth from right) were on-hand for the “golden shovel” groundbreaking ceremony of the new 7-Eleven store to be located ...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Grand Opening of “Meltology” in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On July 22, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) was on-hand to celebrate the grand opening of “Meltology,” located at 848 Middle Country Road in Middle Island. This new business is a full-service restauran...

Discounted Pet Adoptions in August at the Brookhaven Animal Shelter

Farmingville, NY - In celebration of the “Dog Days of Summer,” the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will offer discounted adoptions throughout the month of August. The normal adoption fees of $137 for a do...

Town Launches Annual Back to School Supply Drive

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Supply Drive will begin on Monday, July 29 and run through Wednesday, August 28. Collection centers are located in the lobby of Town Hall at One Independ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Girl Scout Silver Award Honorees from Troop 2842 in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On July 20, Councilwoman Bonner visited Girl Scout Troop 2842 at the community garden they created to fulfil the requirements for their Girl Scout Silver Award. Eve Hald, Jordan Chirvas, Madelyn Knopfke, Victoria Pelosi, and A...

Supervisor Romaine Welcomes Mastic Fire Department to Brookhaven Regeneration Camp in Shirley

Farmingville, NY -  On July 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine welcomed the Mastic Fire Department to Brookhaven Town’s ReGeneration Camp at Shirley Airport Park. The children, ranging in age from five to twelve years old, learned valuable lesso...

Brookhaven Town Hosts Timely NARCAN Training Program

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau is hosting a free substance abuse awareness and opioid overdose prevention training program on Wednesday, August 7 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence ...

Brookhaven Town’s Annual Veterans Food Drive Provides More Than 200 Grocery Bags of Food

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Services food drive will this year provide approximately 250 grocery bags of food to veterans in need and their families. Established ...

Brookhaven Extends Hrs. for Beaches, Pools This Weekend to Help Residents Stay Cool During Heat Wave

Farmingville, NY -  In response to the heat predicted for this weekend, Brookhaven Town will be extending hours for all beaches and pools this weekend, July 20 - 21. Town pools at Centereach and Holtsville will be open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. O...

Councilwoman Bonner and Sheriff Toulon Announce National Night Out at Fireman’s Park in Ridge

Farmingville, NY -  On August 6, the Town of Brookhaven will co-sponsor the Suffolk County Sheriff’s ‘National Night Out’ event at Fireman’s Park, 724 Middle Country Road in Ridge. National Night Out is an ...

Councilwoman Bonner Welcomes Mercado Family into New Habitat for Humanity Home in Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY -  On July 12, Councilwoman Bonner welcomed the Mercado family to their new home in Sound Beach. The house was recently renovated by volunteers working with Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk, an international, nongovernmental, and ...

Councilman Dan Panico Thanks Beautification Committee

Farmingville, NY -  On Thursday, July 11th, Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico presented a Certificate of Recognition to members of the William Floyd Community Summit Beautification Committee for their efforts in securing a bronze decorative s...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Bellport Fire Department’s 1st Annual Classic Car Show

Farmingville, NY -  On June 30, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended Bellport Fire Department’s 1st Annual Classic Car show held on South Country Road in Bellport.Over 150 cars participated, along with countless folks who strolled alon...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Street Naming Ceremony of Late NYPD Sergeant

Farmingville, NY -  On June 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio had the honor and privilege to take part in the Street Naming Ceremony of the late NYPD Sergeant, Paul M. Ferrara.Sergeant Ferrara gave his all to his family, the 110th Police Precinct,...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates the 4th of July in District 1

Farmingville, NY -  On July 4, 2019, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated Independence Day at the annual Port Jefferson community parade which featured numerous local fire departments, civic, chamber, fraternal and community service organ...

Councilman Loguercio Congratulates Eagle Scout Devin James Sullivan

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Councilman Michel Loguercio (right) attended the Court of Honor ceremony for new Eagle Scout Devin James Sullivan from Boy Scout Troop 433. Devin is a Junior at Longwood High School who has dedicated over 200 hours...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces the ‘Beach Bucket Brigade’ Beach Clean-up at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  On Friday, August 2 and Saturday, August 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven and 14-year old sisters Cayla and Iris will present the “Beach Bucket Brigade” beach clean-up at Cedar Beach in M...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces the Lyme Disease Education Program

Farmingville, NY -  On August 9, the Town of Brookhaven will be visited by the Lyme Education Tour hosted by the Lyme Education Awareness Foundation (LEAF). Lyme Disease is the fastest growing vector-borne illness in the world, affecting hundreds...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 64 in Coram

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) attended the Court of Honor ceremony for new Eagle Scout Jeremy Wilder from Boy Scout Troop 64 in Coram. The event was held at the Coram Fire Department in Coram. Jeremy completed h...

Councilwoman Bonner Recognizes Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Winners

Farmingville, NY -  On June 19, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Dinner at TD Bank in Mount Sinai. The event was held to honor scholarship winners Mackenzie Roach from Miller Place and Jo...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate Ribbon Cutting Village Chabad

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Village Chabad Center for Jewish Life & Learning located at 360 Nicolls Road in East Setauket...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of Setauket Fire Department

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Setauket Fire Department’s new Headquarters Building on the corner of Old Town Road and...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Boaters to Obey the Law and Use Pump-Out Stations and Pump-Out Boats

Farmingville, NY -  The summer boating season is upon us and Supervisor Ed Romaine is spearheading a Town wide campaign reminding boaters to properly dispose of boat sewage at Town marina pumping stations, pump boats and barges. Brookhaven is a f...

Councilwoman Bonner Recognizes Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Winners

Farmingville, NY -  On June 19, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Dinner at TD Bank in Mount Sinai. The event was held to honor scholarship winners Mackenzie Roach from Miller Place and Jo...

“WAR On Addiction Rally” to be held at LICH Amphitheater During July 4th Celebration

Farmingville, NY -  On July 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven, JVC Broadcasting, the Reitzig family and Hope House Ministries will present the “WAR on Addiction Rally” in loving memory of Billy Reitzig of Mil...

Standard & Poors Global Re-Affirms Town’s AAA Credit Rating and Stable Outlook

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that S&P Global has assigned the Town of Brookhaven its AAA credit rating and stable outlook to the Town’s upcoming Bond Sale later this month that will refinance the Town&...

Town Celebrates the 154th Anniversary of the End of Slavery at “Juneteenth” Event at the Historic Lo

Farmingville, NY -  On June 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from left), Supervisor Ed Romaine (fourth from left) and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (second from right) attended the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Juneteenth Celeb...

5th Annual Jake Engel Hoops for Hope Barbecue and Basketball Tournament Fundraiser at Cedar Beach

Farmingville, NY -  – Councilwoman Jane Bonner has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will co-sponsor the 5th annual Jake Engel “Hoops for Hope Barbecue” basketball tournament at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai on Frid...

Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van at Diamond in the Pines Park

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, June 29, the Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van will make a special visit to Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram to provide breast cancer screenings from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This service, co-sponsore...

Sunshine Prevention Center Moving Forward and Graduation Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On June 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right), Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (center) and Town Clerk Donna Lent (left) attended the Sunshine Alternative Education and Prevention Center’s 2017 Moving Forward and Gradua...

Super. Losquadro, Councilman Loguercio Announce Paving of Roadways in Bellport, E. Patchogue

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced the paving of Circuit Road, Doane Avenue and Fuoco Road in Bellport, as well as South Lenox Avenue in East Patchogue. T...

Supervisor Ed Romaine Attends Flag Day Celebration at Dayton Avenue Elementary School in Manorville

Farmingville, NY -  On June 14, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (at podium) was a guest speaker during the annual Flag Day celebration at Dayton Avenue Elementary School in Manorville. He was joined by members of the Suffolk County Police D...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 244 in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On June 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended the Court of Honor ceremony for new Eagle Scout Andrew Freund from Boy Scout Troop 244 in Rocky Point. The event was held at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum in ...

8th Annual Brookhaven Business Advisory Council Job Fair Brings Hundreds of Job Seekers to Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  On June 13, nearly 300 job seekers attended the eighth annual BBAC Job Fair held at Brookhaven Town Hall. The free event, which was sponsored by the Division of Economic Development and the Brookhaven Business Advisory Council...

Town Demolishes Zombie House on Hoffman Avenue in Bellport

Farmingville, NY -  On June 14, Councilman Michael Loguercio was at 661 Hoffman Avenue in Bellport for the demolition of an abandoned “zombie house” that was vacant for over 10 years. It was in violation of numerous Brookhaven...

Town Demolishes Two Zombie Houses in Council District 6

Farmingville, NY -  On June 11, Councilman Dan Panico was on-hand for the demolition of two “Zombie Houses” in Council District 6. Both houses were abandoned and vacant for many years and the source of resident complaints. The...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates the Blessing of the Fleet at the Mount Sinai Yacht Club

Farmingville, NY -  On June 9, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Blessing of the Fleet at the Mount Sinai Yacht Club (MSYC). This annual event in Mount Sinai Harbor began with a continental breakfast followed by a boat parade and the blessing...

Losquadro and Bonner Announce Paving of Randall Road, Portion of North Country Road in Wading River

Wading River, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of the paving of Randall Road from North Country Road to Route 25A, as well as North Country Road f...

Sound Beach Civic Association Meeting to Honor Meeting to Honor Member Helen Voisey

Farmingville, NY -  On June 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a meeting of the Sound Beach Civic Association (SBCA) where they presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Helen Voisey, in recognition of her volunteeri...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 560 in Coram

Farmingville, NY -  On June 8, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Boy Scout Troop 560 at the Coram Fire Headquarters. During the event, Councilwoman Bonner congratulated the scouts for the achievement and present...

Councilwoman Bonner Works to Raise Awareness for the Grassroots Self Direction Program

Farmingville, NY -  On June 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Smithtown to thank Grassroots Self Direction program and generate awareness for their work with special needs people. Grassroots Self Direction ...

Super. Losquadro, Councilman Foley Announce Paving of Vautrin Avenue, Woodland Avenue in Holtsville

Coram, NY –  Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the paving of Vautrin Avenue, Vautrin Lane and Woodland Avenue in Holtsville. The total cost for this project was approxima...

Brookhaven Officials Attend LGBT Network Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On May 31, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left), Town Clerk Donna Lent (center), Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (fourth from right) and Councilman Neil Foley (right) joined the LGBT Network of Hauppauge for the gran...

Councilman Loguercio is Guest Speaker at Coram Civic Association Meeting

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Councilman Loguercio (back row, second from left) attended the Coram Civic Association meeting held at the Coram Fire Department headquarters. Councilman Loguercio, a frequent attendee of the group’s meetin...

Councilman Loguercio Speaks at Birchwood at Spring Lake Veterans Club

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Councilman Loguercio was a guest speaker at the Birchwood at Spring Lake Veterans Club meeting in Middle Island. The Councilman answered questions, provided community updates and shared future events scheduled throu...

Councilwoman Cartright Opens Three Village Artisan and Farmers’ Market Season

Farmingville, NY -  On May 31, 2019 Councilwoman Valerie Cartright helped launch the Artisan & Farmers’ Market located at the Three Village Historical Society. The ribbon cutting ceremony was well attended by enthusiastic friends and supporte...

Town of Brookhaven and LI Farm Bureau Open the Weekly Farmers Market at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to announce the weekly Farmers Market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville is open every Thursday afternoon, beginning now through October. This weekly NYS Agriculture & Markets sanction...

Town Tax Receiver Op-Ed: STAR Rebate shell game?

Farmingville, NY -  As Receiver of Taxes in Brookhaven Township my staff and I are often asked by taxpayers to explain the various tax exemptions they may qualify for in an effort to reduce their property tax burden. While it’s true my ...

Brookhaven Town Welcomes New Division of Veteran Services Officer

Farmingville, NY -  After serving his country for five years in the Navy and for six years as an active reserve in the Navy, Quarter Master Petty Officer First Class (QM1) Brian Rooney is now serving veterans at Brookhaven Town Hall. He became th...

Dress for Success Brookhaven’s 20th Anniversary Gala Celebration to be Held on June 20

Farmingville, NY -  On June 20, Dress for Success Brookhaven will celebrate 20 years of empowering women during their annual gala at Land’s End restaurant. This year, cable television provider Altice will receive the Dress for Success P...

Loguercio Joins Longwood Jr. High Students Cleaning Longwood Road for “Great Brookhaven Cleanup"

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Councilman Michael Loguercio joined Longwood Junior High School students who were picking up trash and other debris along Longwood Road in Middle Island. The efforts were part of the Town’s “Grea...

Superintendent Losquadro, Councilwoman Bonner Announce Paving of Sylvan Avenue, Mt. Sinai Avenue

Miller Place / Mt. Sinai, NY – Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of the paving of Sylvan Avenue in Miller Place from North Country Road to Route 25A, as...

Town Moves 3,000 lbs. of Recycled, Cured Oyster Shells for “Half Shells for Habitat”

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, the Town of Brookhaven moved 3,000 lbs. of recycled, cured oyster shells to two oyster restoration projects in Bellport Bay as part of an oyster shell recovery program called “Half Shells for Habitat.&r...

Bonner Announces Overwhelming Success of Eighth Bi-Annual “Go Green” Event in Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner held her eighth bi-annual “Go Green” event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai that included an E-Waste Drive, Pharmaceutical Drug Take Back and Paper Shredding. The Pharmaceut...

Brookhaven Highway Department Hosts Bicycle Rodeo

Coram, NY –  The Brookhaven Highway Department is hosting a Bicycle Rodeo at Safety Town, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville. The event, on Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.., encourages children to learn how to safely ride their bikes in a moc...

Brookhaven Highway Department Offers Free Child Safety Seat Check

Coram, NY –  Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro, along with Councilwoman Jane Bonner and NYS Assemblyman Anthony Palumbo, is hosting a free child safety seat check on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the ...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Coram Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured at left) attended the Coram Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Land’s End Caterers in Sayville. At the event, the Councilman honored the member...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Mount Sinai Civic Officers Swearing-in Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On June 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the monthly meeting of the Mount Sinai Civic Association where she had the opportunity to swear in the new officers. The ceremony was held at the Heritage Trust Community Center in ...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Grand Opening of the Maui Chop House in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On May 21, Councilman Jane Bonner (right) joined the Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting at the new Maui Chop House located at 49 Route 25A in Rocky Point. This new res...

Sup. Losquadro, Councilman Loguercio Announce Paving of Whiskey Road in Middle Island/Rocky Point

Coram, NY –  Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced the completion of the paving of Whiskey Road from Miller Place-Yaphank Road in Middle Island to Rocky Point Yaphank Road in Ro...

Sup. Romaine Recognizes New Eagle Scouts at Court of Honor for Boy Scout Troop 161 in Shoreham

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Court of Honor Ceremonies for Boy Scouts of America Troop 161 of Shoreham. The ceremony was held at St. John the Baptist RC Church in Wading River. The Supervisor presented each ne...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Elaine Faith Thompson in Recognition of National Art Award from DAR

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) was on hand to present a proclamation to Elaine Faith Thompson (center), who has been recognized by the Colonel Josiah Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution with a Na...

“Doggie Days of Summer” with Free Adoptions in June

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will celebrate “Doggie Days of Summer” by offering free adoptions through the month of June. The normal adoption fees of $137 for a dog and $125 for...

Brookhaven Highway Department Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with Comsewogue School District

Coram, NY –  The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently entered into an intermunicipal agreement with the Comsewogue School District for the purposes of consolidating services. The agreement encompasses several public works service...

Town Ch. Fire Marshal Partners with SUNY Farmingdale Students on Construction Design Course Project

Farmingville, NY -  For the fifth consecutive year, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town of Brookhaven Fire Marshal’s office has partnered with SUNY Farmingdale’s Architecture and Construction Management students to assist in th...

Councilman Loguercio Participates in the Annual Ridge Memorial Day Parade

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, May 11, 2019, Councilman Loguercio marched with his fellow brothers and sisters from Ridge Fire Department during the Annual Memorial Day Parade in Ridge. Every year the Ridge Civic Association, along with the Rid...

Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School to Send “Lunchbags of Love” to Military Serving Overseas

Farmingville, NY -  On May 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, center) visited the Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School in Rocky Point to help students prepare and mail out “Lunchbags of Love” to members of the military who...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Memorial Day Ceremony at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum

Farmingville, NY -  On May 19, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (at podium) joined the Memorial Day services at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum in Ridge, a not-for-profit organization that educates visitors about the history of volu...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Port Jefferson Yacht Club’s 2019 Commissioning Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On May 19, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Port Jefferson Yacht Club’s 2019 Commissioning Ceremony at their Port Jefferson Harbor location. The annual ceremony includes the Blessing of the Fleet, Intro...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau Participates in Mental Health Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY -  May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. This recognition started 70 years ago as a means of raising awareness about mental health conditions and the importance of good mental health for everyone. During the month of May...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for May and June

Farmingville, NY -  On May 22, Councilman Neil Foley visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for May and June. Pictured first with Councilman Foley are the May honorees, juniors Nicole Garcia (right) and Eliana Go...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins Volunteers for the 12th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, May 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined “Curby,” the Town’s recycling mascot and more than 3,800 volunteers across the Town for the 12th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up. This annual ...

Losquadro Announces Receipt of $1.8-Million NYS Grant for Sidewalk and Roadway Improvements

Shoreham, NY – The Brookhaven Highway Department was recently awarded a $1.8-million grant to reconstruct the sidewalks on North Country Road in Shoreham from Woodville Road to Valentine Road. In addition to the reconstruction of the ex...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Join Forces with “End Drowning Now” to Save Lives

Farmingville, NY -  Heading into Memorial Day weekend, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico marked the unofficial start of the summer season with “End Drowning Now” founder Bobby Hazen to produce a water safety vide...

Councilman Loguercio Joins Community in Support of Longwood Day and Relay for Life

Farmingville, NY -  On May 11, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left photo, left) attended the Longwood Day and Relay for Life at Longwood High School. The events were held in conjunction with each other, and the community came out to once again sup...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Celebrate Patchogue’s Grace AME Zion Church’s 100th Ann.

Farmingville, NY -  On May 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley were guests at the Grace AME Zion Church’s 100th anniversary celebration held at the Holbrook Country Club. During the event, the church was presented with a...

Supervisor Romaine Speaks with Students at Longwood Middle School “Career Expo”

Farmingville, NY -  On May 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine was a guest speaker at the Longwood Middle School’s “Career Expo,” where he spoke about his life in government and his current role as Brookhaven Town Supervisor. ...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Laurel Street in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY -  On May 20, Councilman Dan Panico (pictured) was on-hand when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 7 Laurel Street in Mastic Beach. The long-abandoned house was the source of resident...

Town Demolishes Zombie House on Donack Lane in Bellport

Farmingville, NY -  On May 20, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) was at 8 Donack Lane in Bellport for the demolition of an abandoned “zombie house.” He was joined by some of the happy neighbors who live nearby. The house, ...

Town of Brookhaven to Hold Third Annual Veterans Food Drive June 10 to June 28

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town’s Division of Veterans Services will be holding a food drive for veterans in need from Monday, June 10 through Friday, June 28. Last year’s food drive provided more than 300 bags of food to ...

Town Unveils Two More Electric Vehicles, Increasing Fleet of Energy Efficient Cars To 27

Farmingville, NY -  On May 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine (pictured) stopped by the Town of Brookhaven Parks Administration building’s electric vehicle charging stations to inspect two new Chevrolet Bolt all-electric cars that have been adde...

Supervisor Romaine Joins Thousands of Volunteers for the 12th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, May 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine, joined “Curby,” the Town’s recycling mascot and more than 3,800 volunteers across the Town for the 12th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up. This annual ev...

Brookhaven Town Honors Volunteers at 39th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards

Farmingville, NY -  There was an exuberant energy filling Brookhaven Town Hall auditorium on May 10 for the 39th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards. The awards recognize residents from each council district who assist young people in the community, wh...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY -  On May 19, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Court of Honor Ceremony for Boy Scout Troop 221 at the Manorville Fire Department headquarters. During the event, the Supervisor presented a proclamation to new Eagle Scout Max Car...

Town Demolishes Zombie House on Park Hill Drive in Selden

Farmingville, NY -  On May 14, Councilman Kevin LaValle (pictured) was at 38 Park Hill Drive in Selden for the demolition of an abandoned “zombie house.” The house, which was vacant for nearly 20 years, was a source of numerou...

Councilman Loguercio Emcees Central Brookhaven Lions Club Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY -  On May 10, Councilman Loguercio (pictured) once again emceed the Central Brookhaven Lions Club Fundraiser held at the Coram Fire Department. The room was jam-packed with community members looking to help support some great loc...

Councilman Loguercio Joins South Country Community Leadership Network for “Extreme Yard Clean-up”

Farmingville, NY -  On May 11, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) joined volunteers to work on the "South Country Community Leadership Network Extreme Yard Clean-up." Each year, the group provides yard clean ups for select residents in...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Military Appreciation Month with Car Donation to Local Veteran

Farmingville, NY -  On May 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (second from left) was at Caliber Collision in Rocky Point to celebrate May as Military Appreciation Month. To commemorate the occasion, a local U.S. Army Veteran, Ludmilla Lamothe, was pres...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets with Boy Scout Troop 244 from Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On May 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was at Joseph E. Edgar Intermediate School in Rocky Point to meet with Boy Scouts from Troop 244. During the meeting, Councilwoman Bonner shared her experiences as a Town Councilwoman and an...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Shellfish Program Volunteers at Town’s Mt. Sinai Harbor Mariculture Fac.

Farmingville, NY -  On May 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (front row, second from right) joined Town staff, volunteers and Stony Brook University students at the Town’s Mariculture facility at Mount Sinai Harbor. They were there to help d...

Rocky Point Lions Club and 4th Grade Foresters Plant Trees on Arbor Day

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine (back row, right) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, center) joined the Rocky Point Lions Club and the Fourth Grade Foresters Program to revitalize Arbor Day at our local schools. Over 900 ...

Romaine and Loguercio Celebrate Public Storage Facility Grand Opening in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY -  On May 13, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the new Public Storage Facility on Middle Country Road in Middle Island. Also in attendance was Gai...

Councilman Loguercio Hosts the Annual Clergy Appreciation Breakfast

Farmingville, NY -  On May 9, Councilman Michael Loguercio hosted his Annual “Clergy Appreciation Breakfast,” at Town Hall. This event is a wonderful opportunity to say thank you for all that our clergy members do in supportin...

Dress for Success Brookhaven to Celebrate 20 Years of Empowering Women at June 20 Gala

Farmingville, NY -  On June 20, Dress for Success Brookhaven will celebrate 20 years of empowering women at their annual gala to be held at Land’s End in Sayville. The 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization empowers women to achieve economic indepen...

Romaine’s Green Initiatives Continue to Impress with Town’s 33% Reduction of CO2e Emississions

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that his “Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Initiative” continues to show impressive results by reducing the Town’s CO2e emissions by 33% in 2018 as compared...

Councilman Loguercio Attends “Blessings in a Backpack” Longwood Chapter Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the “Blessings in a Backpack” Longwood Chapter Fundraiser at Country Fair Entertainment Park in Medford. As an annual sponsor for the event, the Counci...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Grand Opening of Redefine Fitness in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Councilman Jane Bonner (center) joined the Mount Sinai Miller Place Chamber Alliance to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting at the new Redefine Fitness located at 5507 Nesconset Highway in Mount Sinai. Thi...

Play Ball!… Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates the Town’s Senior Softball Opening Day

Farmingville, NY -  On May 7, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (third from right) helped to start off the Town of Brookhaven’s 2019 Senior Softball program at Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram. During the event, the Councilwoman honored the lat...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Celebrate Nurse Appreciation Day at St. Charles Hospital

Farmingville, NY -  On May 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio celebrated “Nurses Appreciation Day” at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson. They presented a proclamation recognizing the dedication of n...

Supervisor Romaine and Loguercio Celebrate Heart and Health Medical Mobile Unit Ribbon Cutting

Farmingville, NY -  On May 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine (fifth from right) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (sixth from left) were in Middle Island to celebrate the unveiling of the new Heart and Health Medical Mobile Unit. This innovative vehicle de...

Town Celebrates “Super” Senior Softball Season Opening Day at Middle Country Fields in Centereach

Farmingville, NY -  On May 9, the Town of Brookhaven launched the 2019 “Super” Senior Softball program at the Middle Country Fields in Centereach. The Senior Softball Program, which was launched in 1982, includes two leagues; ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Mount Sinai Fire Department at Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  OOn May 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook to honor the company’s members for their service to the Mo...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Life at 25th Annual Families Walk for Hope in Port Jefferson

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (fifth from left) joined hundreds of walkers to raise money for the Fortunato Breast Health Center and breast cancer services at Mather Hospital’s 25th annual Families Walk...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Attend Gordon Heights FD Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the Gordon Heights Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner at Villa Lombardi in Holbrook. At the ceremony, the Supervisor and Councilm...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Attend Domino Yacht Club’s Annual Commodore’s Breakfast

Farmingville, NY -  On May 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley joined club members, guests and other elected officials for the annual Commodore’s Breakfast at the Domino Yacht Club in East Patchogue. The club, established...

Supervisor Romaine Attends South Country Ambulance Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Michael Loguercio and Tax Receiver Lou Marcoccia attended the South Country Community Ambulance Company’s Annual Installation of Officers Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading Ri...

Councilman Loguercio, Councilman LaValle and Town Board Waive Pooch Pass Fees for Town Dog Parks

Farmingville, NY -  The Brookhaven Town Board recently adopted a resolution co-sponsored by Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) to waive the yearly “Pooch Pass” fees. The Pooch Pass allows ...

Plans for a Blight Determination Study of Neighborhood Road in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY -  At a May 2 press conference, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico announced the Town’s plan to conduct a Blight Determination Study for downtown Mastic Beach, specifically along Neighborhoo...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Board Honor “Team Eva” During “7 Marathons in 7 Days” Stop at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  On May 2, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and the Town Council honored Eva Casale (center) and her “Team Eva” colleagues at Town Hall during her ”7 Marathons in 7 Days” run to raise funds...

Brookhaven Highway Department Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with South Country School District

Coram, NY –  The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently entered into an intermunicipal agreement with the South Country Central School District for the purposes of consolidating services. The agreement encompasses several public wo...

LIRR Grade Crossing Rehabilitation Scheduled for East Patchogue and East Moriches

Farmingville, NY -  To complete grade crossing rehabilitation and in response to community concern, paving is scheduled on the LIRR's Montauk Branch in the following area:EAST PATCHOGUE – South Country Road CrossingMonday, May 6, from 7...

Romaine and Brookhaven Youth Bureau Host New Trends in Substance Abuse and Addiction Program

Farmingville, NY –  On May 1, Supvervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Youth Bureau hosted the “New Trends in Substance Abuse and Addiction Program” at Brookhaven Town Hall. The program was conducted by Long Island ...

Bonner Joins Volunteers at the Ann. William Waltz Mt. Sinai Harbor and Cedar Beach Clean Up

Farmingville, NY –  On April 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (front row, center) joined the Mount Sinai Harbor Advisory Committee and more than 100 local community volunteers for the annual William Waltz Mount Sinai Harbor and Cedar Beach ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day at Diamond in the Pines Park

Farmingville, NY –  On April 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day at the Town of Brookhaven’s Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram. World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day educates people...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins Volunteers at Wading River-Shoreham Earth Day Clean Up

Farmingville, NY –  On April 28, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, center) was on hand with volunteers of all ages at the Wading River Shoreham Chamber of Commerce sponsored Earth Day Clean Up. The event was kicked-off at the Shoppes ...

New Patchogue River Jetty and Lighthouse are Ready for the 2019 Summer Boating Season

Farmingville, NY -  On April 30, Supervisor Ed Romaine was joined by Town Councilman Neil Foley and Patchogue Village Mayor Paul Pontieri to make their inspection of the new Patchogue River jetty and lighthouse at the Town’s Sandspit Ma...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Salute Veterans at “Proudly We Served” Event in Ridge

Farmingville, NY –  On April 28, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a presentation of “Proudly We Served” at Leisure Glen in Ridge. The event was organized by Mary Ann Fox, who created the 11...

Town Dedicates Plaque at Davis Meeting House in Coram

Farmingville, NY –  On April 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the dedication of a plaque at the entrance of the Davis Town Meeting House located on Middle Country Road in Cora...

Free Residential Waste Disposal Week Results in Over 800,000 Pounds of Safely Disposed Material

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town’s Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management has announced that the results of the free Residential Waste Disposal Week which was held from April 22 to April 27. Nearly 2,500 Brookhav...

Superintendent Losquadro Announces Summer Programs for Kids at the Holtsville Ecology Site

Holtsville, NY – Superintendent of Highways Daniel P. Losquadro is announcing the opening of registration for children’s summer programs at the Holtsville Ecology Site & Animal Preserve.Visitors to the Ecology Site are inv...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Members of the Selden Fire Department at Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On April 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine (pictured) attended the Selden Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. At the event, he honored the members of the department, includi...

The Town Celebrates Earth Day with Annual Tree Seedling, Mulch and Compost Giveaway

Farmingville, NY – In celebration of Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 26), the Town held its annual “Free Tree Seedling, Mulch and Compost Giveaway” on April 25 in the amphitheater parking lot in Farmingvill...

Councilman Dan Panico Participates in Harlem Wizard Fundraiser for William Floyd School District

Farmingville, NY –  On April 12, Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico (left photo, center) participated in the Harlem Wizards basketball fundraiser held in the William Floyd High School gymnasium. The event was held to benefit the John...

Find Great Bargains at Dress for Success® Brookhaven’s Spring Sale on May 10

Farmingville, NY -  On Friday, May 10, Dress for Success Brookhaven will hold its Semi-Annual Excess Inventory Spring Sale at Brookhaven Town Hall from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. The sale features great bargains on women’s new or gently used clothing, ...

Brookhaven Animal Shelter to Hold “Kitty Free-FUR-All” Free Cat Adoptions in May

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will hold the “Kitty Free-FUR-All” free cat adoptions promotion for the entire month of May. The normal fees will be waived and include fr...

Councilman Loguercio Announces Success of Paper Shredding, E-Waste Drive and Drug Take Back Event

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Michael Loguercio held his first recycling event of the year at the Longwood Middle School in Middle Island on April 13. Despite the rain the event was a success that brought in well over 150 residents who...

Town Demolishes Long Vacant and Abandoned Coram Swap and Shop

Farmingville, NY –  On April 22, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (fourth from left), Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and members of the Coram Civic Association were on-hand when the Town demolished the vacant and abandoned Swap and Shop on...

Town Free Tree Seedlings, Mulch and Compost Event Re-Scheduled for Thursday, April 25

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven has rescheduled its sixth annual tree seedling, mulch and compost give away for Thursday, April 25. It was postponed due to heavy rain on Monday, April 22. The Thursday event will be held at the Long Isla...

5th Annual Sarcoidosis of Long Island Awareness Walk at Heritage Park in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY –  On April 20, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (second row, third from left) joined State Senator Ken LaValle (second row, third from right), residents, community leaders, friends and families who participated in the 5th Annu...

Brookhaven Town Receives Kindhearted Donations to Help Veterans in Need During Easter Holiday

Farmingville, NY –  On April 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine met with members of Local 1500 Suffolk Retirees Club at the Veterans of Foreign War Post 2913 in Patchogue to thank them for their heartwarming contributions of food to help veterans in need ...

Town Free Tree Seedlings, Mulch and Compost Event Postponed Until Thursday, April 25

Farmingville, NY –  Due to heavy rain and thunder storms in the forecast, the Town of Brookhaven has postponed its sixth annual tree seedling, mulch and compost give away scheduled for today (Monday, April 22), until Thursday, April 25....

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for April

Farmingville, NY –  On April 17, Councilman Neil Foley (center) visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month of April. Pictured with Councilman Foley are Juniors Jillian Shelbourne (left) and Reno Micros (right). Counc...

LIRR Grade Crossing Rehabilitation Scheduled for Patchogue on Tuesday April 23

Farmingville, NY –  To complete grade crossing rehabilitation and in response to community concern, renewal/paving is scheduled on the LIRR's Montauk Branch in the following area:VILLAGE OF PATCHOGUE – South Ocean AvenueTuesda...

Tax Collection and Flag Drop Off Boxes at Town Hall and Tax Collection at Rose Caracappa Senior Ctr.

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia is pleased to announce there is a secure after-hours drop box for tax payments located at the entrance to Town Hall. Mr. Marcoccia advises that the drop off box is av...

Brookhaven Animal Shelter Celebrates “Spring Fling” with Free Adoptions from April 15 to April 21

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will celebrate “Spring Fling” with free adoptions from April 15 through April 21. The normal adoption fees of $137 for a dog and $125 for ...

Brookhaven Animal Shelter to Hold Free Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 4

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will hold a Free Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 4 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The clinic is open to all Town residents and offers free rabies vaccinations for all dogs, c...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends “Zero Waste Event” at the Coram Fire Department

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) celebrated Earth Day a week early at the Coram Fire Department’s “Zero Waste Event.” The Councilwoman was there to show her support for the ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Members of the Sound Beach FD at their Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended Sound Beach Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River where she honored the company’s members for ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors New Eagle Scouts from Troop 1776 of Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY –  On April 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) honored Boy Scouts from Troop 1776 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Mount Sinai High School. Pictured left to right with Councilwoman Bonner are Jos...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins the Fun at the Ridge Civic Association Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined in with many families from the community for the Ridge Civic Association’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Ridge Park. It was an enjoyable time for the children who jo...

Brookhaven Town Receives Tree City Growth Award from Arbor Day Foundation

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town has for the fourth consecutive year been designated a “Tree City USA” by the National Arbor Day Foundation, and in recognition of its ongoing successful tree programs, the Town has...

Councilman Loguercio Joins the Fun at the Ridge Civic Association Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured) joined with many families in the community for the Ridge Civic Association’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt. This annual event is hosted by the Ridge Civic Assoc...

Solar Panel Installation Moving Forward at Brookhaven Calabro Airport

Farmingville, NY –  On April 12, Supervisor Ed Romaine visited Brookhaven Calabro Airport to assess the progress of the solar panel installation at the future Renewable Energy Generating Facility. Upon completion in August 2019, the sit...

Town Offering Free Tree Seedlings, Mulch and Compost at the Amphitheater on Monday, April 22

Farmingville, NY – On Earth Day (Monday, April 22), the Town of Brookhaven will hold its sixth annual tree seedling, mulch and compost give away at the Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater, located at 1 Ski Run Lane in Farmingvil...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Substance Abuse and Mental Health Community Forum at Rocky Point HS

Farmingville, NY –  On April 10, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined with staff from the Town’s Youth Bureau at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Community Forum held at Rocky Point High School. The event was designed for stud...

Town Board Receives Update on Supervisor Romaine’s Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Initiative

Farmingville, NY –  At the April 8 Town Board Work Session, staff from the Town’s Department of Planning and Environment and Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management presented an update on Supervisor Romaine’s Energy Efficienc...

Town to Hold Free Residential Waste Disposal Week from April 22 through April 27

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven will hold a free Residential Waste Disposal Week from Monday, April 22 to Saturday, April 27. Brookhaven Town residents and/or property owners can dispose of household items free of charge at the Landfil...

Councilman Loguercio attends Bellport Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 6, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the Bellport Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at the Bellport Country Club. During the ceremony, the Councilman acknowledged the volunteer depar...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Yaphank Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 6, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured) attended the Yaphank Fire Department Installation Dinner at the Watermill in Smithtown. At the event, he honored the incoming and outgoing officers. Each was presen...

Councilman Loguercio Hosts Civic Leader Appreciation Breakfast

Farmingville, NY –  On Thursday, April 4, Councilman Michael Loguercio hosted his annual Civic Appreciation Breakfast at Town Hall. Each year the Councilman invites the Civic Leaders from Council District 4 to Town Hall to thank them al...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Residents to Register Now for the 2019 Great Brookhaven Clean Up

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine is asking residents to register now for the 12th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up. The event, which is co-sponsored by the Town of Brookhaven's Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management...

Brookhaven Highway Department Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with North Patchogue Fire District

North Patchogue, NY – The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently entered into an intermunicipal agreement with the North Patchogue Fire District for the purposes of consolidating services. The agreement encompasses several public w...

Brookhaven Opens “Municipal Market” on Town Website

Farmingville, NY – On April 1, the Town of Brookhaven’s Department of General Services, Division of Purchasing, launched its Municipal Market. The new feature on the Town’s website opens up the bid and RFP (Request f...

Brookhaven Expands Glass Recycling Program with Four More Drop Off Locations

Farmingville, NY –  As a result of such a positive response to the Town’s glass recycling program, Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management (RSMM) has expanded t...

Councilwoman Bonner and Assemblyman Palumbo to Co-host NARCAN Training Event in RP on April 25

Farmingville, NY –  On Thursday, April 25, Councilwoman Jane Bonner will co-host a NARCAN training event with New York State Assemblyman Anthony Palumbo and Community Action for Social Justice (CASJ) from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the VFW Hall, 109 K...

Town Recognizes Education and Sharing Day with Rabbi Mendy Goldberg

Farmingville, NY –  On April 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Board met with Rabbi Mendy Goldberg to recognize Education and Sharing Day in the Town of Brookhaven. Rabbi Goldberg is the Associate Director of the Lubavitc...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Help Kickoff Sr. Nutrition Prog. at Moriches Bay Rec. Ctr

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico recently welcomed area seniors to the Town’s new Moriches Bay Recreation Center, located at 313 Frowein Road in Center Moriches. They were there for the kicko...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Brookhaven FD Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the Brookhaven Fire Department’s annual installation dinner held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. The Councilman is a long-time member of the Ridg...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Ridge Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left at podium) attended the Ridge Fire Department Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. During the ceremony, he spoke as an active member of the Rid...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends VFW “Voice of Democracy” Essay Contest Awards Ceremony at Post 6249

Farmingville, NY –  On March 26, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the 2018-2019 Voice of Democracy Essay Contest Awards Ceremony at VFW Post 6249 in Medford. Every year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars holds the contest to give high schoo...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Board Recognize Greek Independence Day

Farmingville, NY –  At the March 27 Town Board Meeting, Supervisor Ed Romaine (back row, center) and the Town Board met with members of the Greek-American community to recognize Greek Independence Day (March 25) in the Town of Brookhave...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for March

Farmingville, NY –  On March 27, Councilman Neil Foley (center) visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for February. Pictured with Councilman Foley are juniors Wilson Granados (left) and Lizbeth Chacon ...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Bellport HS Career Day

Farmingville, NY –  On March 25, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended Bellport High School’s annual Career Day. During the event, the Councilman spoke with students from grades 10-12 who stopped to visit his table. The studen...

Councilman Loguercio Delivers Old American Flags to VFW Post 8300 in East Patchogue

Farmingville, NY –  On March 21, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) visited VFW Post 8300 in East Patchogue to drop off several old and tattered flags that his office recently received. The Councilman wanted to make sure that the flag...

Councilman Loguercio Installs New Brookhaven Fire Chiefs Council Officers

Farmingville, NY –  On March 24, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the Brookhaven Town Fire Chiefs Council’s Annual Installation Brunch at Majestic Gardens in Rocky Point. At the event, the Councilman, who serves as...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce ReGeneration Summer Camp Registration

Farmingville, NY –  The weather outside is finally getting warmer and that means the Brookhaven Youth Bureau is preparing for ReGeneration Summer Camp registration. The mission of Regeneration Summer Camp is to provide children ages 5 t...

Town Installs Emergency Access Gate at Birchwood at Spring Lake in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Michael Loguercio continues to work together with the residents of Birchwood at Spring Lake Community and the Board of the Homeowner’s Association to address any concerns of the residents in the ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Ridge Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Ridge Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. At the ceremony, the Councilwoman acknowledged the volunteer department members fo...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Times Beacon Record 2018 People of the Year

Farmingville, NY –  On March 24, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, second from right) attended the 43rd Annual Times Beacon Record News Media “People of the Year in Brookhaven” reception at the Three Village Inn in...

Town Honors Women’s Recognition Award Recipients at the 33rd Annual Town Hall Ceremony

Farmingville, NY –  On March 21, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board honored the recipients of the 2019 Women's Recognition Awards at the 33rd annual ceremony held at Brookhaven Town Hall. The event was sponsored by the Town's Offi...

Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia Announces Collection Program at Rose Caracappa Senior Center

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia is pleased to announce that offsite tax collection will be available at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai.Wednesday, May 29, 2019 Rose Caracappa Senior ...

Town Demolishes Two Zombie Houses in Mastic Beach as Part of Panico’s Quality of Life In

Farmingville, NY –  On March 20, Councilman Dan Panico (pictured) was on-hand for the demolition of two “Zombie Houses” in Mastic Beach at 137 Commack Road (left) and 110 Beaver Drive (right). The houses were dangero...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provides Social Media Safety Forum to Students at John F. Kennedy MS

Farmingville, NY –  On March 12, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau conducted a Social Media Safety Forum for more than 700 students at John F. Kennedy Middle School in Port Jefferson Station. The presenters from the Youth Bureau were ...

Councilman Loguercio Joins Girl Scout Troop 844 to Clean Up Lily Lake in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY –  On March 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio met at Lily Lake in Yaphank with members of Girl Scout Troop 844 who wanted to do something to help the environment. They joined the Councilman to volunteer their time to col...

33rd Annual Women’s Recognition Awards Ceremony to be Held at Town Hall on March 21

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the recipients of the 2019 Women's Recognition Awards who will be honored at the 33rd Annual Women's Recognition Night. The event, which will be held on Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 ...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 187 in Ridge

Farmingville, NY –  On March 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio honored William Henry Langan from Troop 187 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at the Middle Island Presbyterian Church in Ridge. William’s Eagle S...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day at Miller Place-Rocky Point Parade

Farmingville, NY –  On March 17, Councilwoman Jane Bonner celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by marching in the 69th Annual Miller Place-Rocky Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade, sponsored by the Friends of St. Patrick. The pa...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Royal Court of the Miller Place-Rocky Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Farmingville, NY –  On March 8, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the annual Friends of St. Patrick Luck of the Irish Casino Night held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. She was there to honor the newly crowned Queen, Royal Court, and Gra...

Town Will Open Senior Nutrition Program at Moriches Bay Recreation Center on April 2

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the Town of Brookhaven will be offering a Senior Nutrition Program at the newly established Moriches Bay Recreation Center, located at 313 Frowein Road in Center Moriches. The prog...

Annual Brookhaven Home and Garden Show Returns to Holtsville Ecology Site

Holtsville, NY – Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro is announcing the return of the annual Brookhaven Town Home & Garden Show, benefiting the Holtsville Ecology Site. The show will run the last two weekends this month – March 23-24 an...

Councilman Panico Installs Officers of the Manorville Ambulance Company

Farmingville, NY –  Recently, Councilman Dan Panico (right) attended the 45th annual installation ceremony for Manorville Ambulance Company where they congratulated newly installed officers while thanking outgoing officers for their ded...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates AT&T Wireless Ribbon Cutting in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY –  On March 9, Councilwoman Jane Bonner celebrated the ribbon cutting at the new AT&T Wireless store located in the Aliano Shopping Center, 725 Route 25A in Miller Place. Pictured left to right are Tammy Zena Evans;...

Town to Temporarily Close West Meadow Beach Parking Lot for Cap. Improvements Starting on March 18

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven Parks, Recreation and Sports and Cultural Resources Department has announced that the parking lot at West Meadow Beach in Stony Brook will be temporarily closed for improvements starting Monday...

Town to Hold Annual Spring Blood Drive on April 25 at Town Hall in Farmingville

Farmingville, NY –  On April 25, Brookhaven Town will hold its Annual Spring Blood Drive from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in the second-floor auditorium at Town Hall, One Independence Hill in Farmingville. The event is co-sponsored by the Town a...

Councilman Panico Installs Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Officers

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Dan Panico (right) recently attended the installation ceremony for the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. During the event, he congratulated newly installed offic...

Romaine, Panico and Marcoccia Honor Cnt. Moriches St. Patrick’s Day Parade GM Art Gerhauser

Farmingville, NY –  On March 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Dan Panico and Receiver of Taxes Lou Marcoccia honored Arthur Gerhauser for being named Grand Marshall of the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. The ev...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Board Urge NYS Legislature to Make Permanent Property Tax Cap

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine and the entire Town Board have sent a letter to New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie urging them to make the state’s property ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce ABC’s of Bullying Program

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will be holding an ABC’s of Bullying Program that will benefit both parents and students. The p...

Town Awarded “Tree City USA” Status for Third Time by the Arbor Day Foundation

Farmingville, NY –  The Arbor Day Foundation announced that the Town of Brookhaven has been designated as a 2018 Tree City USA. This is the third time that the Town has received the award as a result of Supervisor Ed Romaine’s...

Supervisor Romaine Presents his 2019 State of the Town Address

Farmingville, NY – On March 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine delivered his seventh State of the Town address in the auditorium at Brookhaven Town Hall. The Supervisor delivered an optimistic look at the great strides that have been made this past year, his new i...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Celebrate Grand Opening of “Only the Best Salon”

Farmingville, NY –  On February 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine (second from right) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) celebrated the Grand Opening for the new “Only the Best Salon” located at Solista Salon Suites on Rou...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Workshops for Parents

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will be holding workshops for parents and guardians at Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville. The workshops being offer...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Shinnecock Drive in Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY –  On March 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) were on-hand when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 55 Shinnecock Drive in Sound Beach. The house w...

Sup. Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Tremendous Response to 2019 Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected more than 700 coats, and over 300 pairs of winter boots, hats, gloves and scarves. The items, gener...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Makes Prom Wishes Come True

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau wants to provide teens with an opportunity to attend their prom in style, regardless of financial constraints. The Prom Boutique, located on the second floor in Brookhaven Town Hall, is outfi...

Councilman Panico Honors Champion Wrestlers from Eastport South Manor HS

Farmingville, NY – At the February 28 Town Board meeting, Councilman Dan Panico and the Town Board honored members of the Eastport South Manor High School varsity wrestling team. These outstanding athletes were recognized for their achi...

Supervisor Romaine, State and Local Officials Rally to Protest MTA Fare Hike

Brookhaven, East End Residents Being Asked to Pay More for Less Service

Farmingville, NY – Recently, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) was joined by (left to right) Suffolk County Legislator Rudy Sunderman; NY State Senator Monic...

Town Demolishes Zombie House on Audrey Street in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY – On February 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) were joined by local resident John Sciacchitano (center) as the Town demolished a “zombie house” located at 9 Audrey Street...

33rd Annual Women’s Recognition Awards Ceremony to be Held at Town Hall on March 21

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the recipients of the 2019 Women's Recognition Awards who will be honored at the 33rd Annual Women's Recognition Night. The event, which will be held on Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 ...

Brookhaven Highway Department Offers Free Child Safety Seat Check

Middle Island, NY – Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro, along with Brookhaven Councilman Michael Loguercio and New York State Assemblyman Joseph DiStefano, are hosting a free child safety seat check on Wednesday, March 2...

Brookhaven Highway Department Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with Village of Belle Terre

Farmingville, NY –  The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently entered into an intermunicipal agreement with the Incorporated Village of Belle Terre for the purposes of consolidating services. The agreement encompasses several publ...

LaValle Honors Bryan Karp from RE/MAX Eastern Properties as February Business of the Month in CD 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the February 28 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle (fourth from right) honored Brian Karp (center) from RE/MAX Eastern Properties in Ronkonkoma for being named Business of the Month for February in Council Distric...

Brookhaven Highway Department Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with Setauket Fire District

Farmingville, NY –  The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently entered into an intermunicipal agreement with the Setauket Fire District for the purposes of consolidating services. The agreement encompasses several public works serv...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for January and February

Farmingville, NY –  On February 27, Councilman Neil Foley (center) visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for January and February. Pictured at left with Councilman Foley are Angelo DeVita and Spencer K...

Town Opens New Public Safety Communications Center

Farmingville, NY –  On February 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, Public Safety Commissioner John Meehan and Chief Fire Marshal Christopher Mehrman announced the official opening of the Town’s new Public Saf...

Town Demolishes 250th Zombie House Under Supervisor Romaine’s Neighborhood Clean Up Initiative

Farmingville, NY –  On February 26, Supervisor Ed Romaine (second from right) was joined by (left to right) Councilman Michael Loguercio, Councilman Neil Foley and Councilman Kevin LaValle at 185 Southaven Avenue in Medford to mark the ...

Brookhaven Highway Dept. Executes Inter-Municipal Agreement with Patchogue-Medford School District

Farmingville, NY –  The Brookhaven Town Highway Department recently entered into an intermunicipal agreement with the Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District for the purposes of consolidating services. The agreement encompasses sev...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Elder Jerome Smith from City Sounds Music

Farmingville, NY –  On February 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) visited the Mastic Moriches Shirley Community Library to honor Jerome “City” Smith (right), Musical Director and CEO of “City Sounds Music.&a...

Town to Hold 8th Annual Job Fair at Town Hall on Thursday, June 13

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven’s Division of Economic Development and Brookhaven Business Advisory Council will host the 8th annual Job Fair at Brookhaven Town Hall on June 13 from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Last year, mo...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Black History at Gordon Heights Fire Department Event

Farmingville, NY – On February 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) was at the Gordon Heights Fire Department headquarters to celebrate the 2nd Annual Black History Program. The evening brought together many members, young and old ...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets at Town Hall with Cub Scouts from Sound Beach